Wisconsin State Fair: New Foods And Drinks You Can’t Resist
When’s the last time you’ve had a truly unique food and drink experience? For tons of tasty fun, head to the Wisconsin State Fair.
The fair is home to the Sporkies and Drinkies, Wisconsin’s competitions for unique and unusual foods and drinks. And this year, there are over 100 new selections to taste! Whether you try one or one of everything, you’ll never forget these delicious flavors. Read on to discover just a small sampling of new delicious dishes and drinks.
Fresh New Fair Foods
Wisconsin Classics with a Twist
Enjoy quintessential Wisconsin flavors in completely new ways. For a twist on meat and potatoes, bite into The Brisket Beer Cheese Baker–a smoked baked potato topped with ranch butter, white cheddar beer cheese, chopped brisket, barbeque sauce and fried onion strings. Or, opt for Pizza Cheese Curd Tacos for a curd-centered dish. For dessert, enjoy the flavors of a Brandy Old Fashioned on a bubble waffle that also includes bacon for a salty finish.
Pickle Perfection
Wisconsinites love dill pickles, and this year the State Fair is offering several pickle-themed creations. From Dill Pickle Poutine to a deep-fried Cool Ranch Dorito Pickle to “Dill”icious Tater Tots, you’re sure to get your fill here!
Sweet & Savory Specialties
If you love the full spectrum of flavor in one bite, these sweet and savory dishes are made for you. Elvis Nachos combines the sweetness of homemade peanut butter banana sauce with salty deep-fried potato chips sprinkled with bacon. You can also dig into Fried Chicken and Waffles on a Stick for breakfast all day long. Or, combine two fair favorites with the Funnel Dog–a foot-long hot dog fried in funnel cake batter.
Bug-Tastic Creations?!
The most adventurous eaters in your group must try the Cricket Cookie Sandwich. High in protein and with a nutty taste that compliments the chocolate, this one-of-a-kind creation may surprise you! Pair with a Bug Juice–a fruit juice with ice cubes containing even more edible bugs and a scorpion garnish.
One-Of-A-Kind Sips
Fair Favorites
To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Cream Puff, you can now try the classic treat in drink form! Cream Puff Soda is a sparkling beverage made with organic vanilla syrup and swirled-in cream, topped with whipped cream and celebratory sprinkles. Another twist on a State Fair classic available this year is Apple Lemonade, combining two great Wisconsin flavors into one delicious drink.
Upgrade Your Coffee
Step up your coffee game at the State Fair with a Glazed Donut Coffee Float, Coffee Crème Brûlée Milk Tea or a Dirty Chai Iced Latte. Yum!
Pickle Party
That’s right, there are even more pickle-themed selections this year! From Frozen Pickle Lemonade to a Pickles in Paradise pina colada served in a real pineapple, pickle lovers are in luck.
Dessert Drinks
These sweet treats are all the more refreshing in liquid form. The Key Lime Pie Iced Cooler includes real key lime juice, sweetened condensed milk, a sprinkle of graham cracker crumbs and a lime wedge for good measure. If you prefer lemon, try the Lemon Cream Pie Float which combines vanilla ice cream, Sprite and lemonade for a perfectly sweet sipping experience.
Hungry yet? Browse more of the new Sporkie and Drinkie recipes here and try as many as you can at the Wisconsin State Fair.