Buc-ee's Pickled Asparagus

Pickled asparagus is the garnish that makes a Bloody Mary look like it came from a brunch spot with a waiting list. Tall green spears standing up in the glass, a little red pepper and garlic along for the ride. It's a strong look.

People search for it as Buc-ee's pickled asparagus, Buc-ee's asparagus spears, or Buc-ee's pickled asparagus jar.

Our take: beyond cocktails, it's great wrapped in prosciutto, chopped into potato salad, or laid out on a charcuterie board next to the cheeses. It's the easiest way to make a relish tray look like you tried.

Honest notes: it's tangy and a little salty, so most people treat it as a side rather than a whole snack. The spears are tall, so the jar takes up real estate in the fridge door once it's open. If you love it, the Pickled Green Beans and Pickled Okra round out the set.