Bloody Mary

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4.5

96 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    5 mins

  • Servings

    1 cocktail

  • Calories

    166 kcal

  • Course

    Drinks

  • Cuisine

    American

Bloody Mary

The Bloody Mary is a classic cocktail combining vodka with a spiced tomato-based mix, seasoned with Worcestershire sauce, celery salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and hot sauce. Cold ice and lemon slices keep the drink refreshing, while garnishes like celery sticks, pickled okra, or crispy bacon add texture and variety. This cocktail is stirred to blend the flavors and served tall, balancing savory, tangy, and spicy elements.

Description

The Bloody Mary cocktail starts with a base of vodka and a seasoned Bloody Mary mix enhanced by Worcestershire sauce, freshly squeezed lemon juice, celery salt, black pepper, and hot sauce. The ingredients are combined over ice cubes and a lemon slice to chill and dilute slightly, balancing the bold and tangy flavors. Stirring ensures the spices coat the ice and meld well with the vodka and tomato mix. The garnishes provide added crunch and flavor contrast, such as crisp celery sticks, spicy green beans, pickled okra, jalapenos, or crispy bacon strips, each bringing unique texture and taste to the drink. Served in a tall glass, this cocktail offers a complex savory profile enjoyed as a brunch staple or refreshing afternoon beverage.

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Ingredients

Servings

Bloody Mary

  • 4-6 ice cubes
  • 1 lemon slice
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • ¼ teaspoon celery salt
  • 3-6 drops hot sauce
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 oz. bloody mary mix
  • 2 oz. vodka

Garnishes

  • celery sticks
  • green beans spicy
  • okra pickled
  • jalapeno pepper pickled
  • Bacon crispy

Instructions

  1. Place the ice cubes and the slice of lemon in a tall glass. 
  2. Measure in the Worcestershire sauce, freshly squeezed lemon juice, celery salt, hot sauce and the black pepper.
  3. Using a long spoon, stir until the ice is coated in the ingredients.
  4. Pour in the Bloody Mary Mix and the vodka.
  5. Stir until combined.
  6. Garnish with a celery stick (or spicy green beans, jalapeno pepper, etc.) and enjoy.

Notes

  • This recipe is adapted from Stuart Walton's The Ultimate Book of Cocktails.
  • Adjust the amount of hot sauce to control the spice level.
  • Fresh lemon juice is recommended for best flavor.
  • Garnishes can be varied to suit personal preferences or occasion.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1g Calories 166kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Sodium 800mg (33%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1cocktail

Amount Per Serving

Calories 166 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 166kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Sodium 800mg 33%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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