Bloody Maria

Bloody Maria
INGREDIENTS
  • 2 cups tomato juice, chilled
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce (vegan as desired)
  • 2 teaspoons prepared horseradish
  • ½ teaspoon Mexican hot sauce (like Cholula)
  • ½ teaspoon celery salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup (8 ounces) tequila, chilled
  • Ice, for serving (try clear ice!)
  • For the rim: Old Bay seasoning (purchased or homemade) or chili powder, kosher saltFor the garnish: celery stalk, lime wedge, pickled pepper or jalapeno, cocktail onion
HOW TO PREPARE
  • If you can, chill the tomato juice and tequila first. This lets the drink get cold without having to use too much ice to dilute it.
  • Shake the mix in a cocktail shaker without ice. The best way to make a Bloody Maria is not shaking or stirring it with ice, like you would with a normal drink. Why? It dilutes the mix too much and makes for a watery consistency. Simply mix the mixture without ice, then serve it over ice. This results in the perfect, thick consistency and flavor.
  • Strain and if time, chill. Straining removes the chunks of horseradish from the drink: a cocktail strainer is best (though you can use whatever strainer you have). If you have time, chilling the mixture for about 1 hour or overnight lets the flavors meld.
  • Rim the glass and garnish! Serve over ice with the garnishes of your choice.
Style of Glass to use
  • Highball Glass
Garnishes

Lime, Jalapeno

Bloody Maria TIPS

Chill & Strain for Bold Flavor

Chilling the tomato juice and tequila before mixing means you use less ice, preventing dilution and keeping the cocktail full-bodied. Instead of shaking with ice, mix vigorously without ice to preserve that thick, savory texture. For the rim, try a blend of Old Bay and smoked paprika for a smoky, spicy kick. And when garnishing, add a skewer with a pickled jalapeño and cocktail onion for a flavorful bite that complements the drink’s heat.

MADE WITH

SWOL Tequila Anejo

750 ML

$89.99

$109.99

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