A drink as unapologetically vibrant as its name.
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka (or your spirit of choice!)
- 4 oz tomato juice
- 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
- 2 dashes Worcestershire sauce
- 2 dashes hot sauce (to taste)
- 1 pinch celery salt
- 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper
- 1 pinch smoked paprika (optional, for depth)
- Ice cubes
Garnish (mix and match):
- Celery stalk
- Lemon wedge
- Pickled green bean, okra, or asparagus
- Skewered olives (classic or stuffed)
- Optional: crisp bacon strip or cucumber ribbon
Directions
- Rim the glass (optional): Run a lemon wedge along the rim and dip into celery salt or Old Bay seasoning.
- Fill a tall glass with ice.
- In a shaker (or directly in the glass), combine the vodka, tomato juice, lemon juice, Worcestershire, hot sauce, and seasonings.
- Stir well to blend the flavors.
- Garnish to your liking with a balance of savory and fresh.
The Bloody Mary is more than a cocktail — it’s a full-flavored experience, perfect for leisurely weekends, brunch gatherings, or non-alcoholic moments of indulgence. Whether enjoyed with alcohol or without, it’s a bold yet balanced drink meant to be sipped slowly and savored mindfully.
Please enjoy responsibly and in good company. Cheers!
