**Bloody Maria: A Savory Spanish Twist on the Classic Bloody Mary**
The Bloody Maria is a tantalizing Spanish variation of the world-renowned Bloody Mary, offering a unique and flavorful experience. Originating in Spain, this cocktail captivates taste buds with its vibrant red hue and harmonious blend of savory ingredients. Unlike its vodka-based counterpart, the Bloody Maria features tequila as its base spirit, adding a distinctive smoky and earthy flavor profile. This recipe provides detailed instructions for crafting the perfect Bloody Maria, along with three additional recipe variations that cater to different taste preferences. Whether you prefer a spicy kick, a refreshing twist, or a non-alcoholic alternative, this article has you covered. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the tantalizing flavors of the Bloody Maria and its exciting variations.
BLOODY MARY
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 45m
Yield 6 drinks
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut the celery in large dice, including the leaves, and puree in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Process until finely minced. In a large pitcher, combine the rest of the ingredients except the vodka. With the food processor running, pour 1/4 of the tomato juice mixture into the food processor through the feed tube. Then pour the contents of the food processor into the pitcher with the remaining tomato juice mixture. Add the vodka and chill. Serve in tall glasses over ice with a stick of celery.
SPICY BLOODY MARYS
Steps:
- Cut the celery in large dice, including the leaves, and puree in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Add the horseradish, onion, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, celery salt, kosher salt, and Tabasco and puree it again. Pour the tomato juice into a 2 1/2-quart container, stir in the celery and seasonings mixture, then add the vodka and chill. Place a few ice cubes in each glass, pour in the Bloody Mary mixture, and garnish with a celery stick.
PITCHER OF BLOODY MARYS
Steps:
- Combine the lime juice, celery seed, and horseradish in a pitcher. Muddle the mixture with the end of a wooden spoon to blend and break up the celery seeds. Pour in the tomato juice, hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce; season with salt and pepper. Stir everything together to combine.
- Divide the vodka among 6 tall, chilled glasses filled with ice. Fill the glasses with the Bloody Mary mix, stick in the celery and cucumber and garnish with the cilantro. Give the Bloody Mary a good stir and serve.
BLOODY MIRIAM
Steps:
- My most favorite memory of Bloody Marys was when I lived in Chicago; I'd just graduated and I was working at CNN. I felt so independent, so excited about the future in journalism ahead of me. One Sunday morning, I met up with a couple of my friends at a beer garden, where I had one of the best Bloody Marys ever; not only did it come with blue-cheese stuffed olives, but it also came with a shot of Guinness in the bottom. The beer gave it just a hint of bitterness and a nice depth. Now that I can't handle gluten (ugh!), I can't do the beer, but if you can, try it.
- In a mini-chopper, combine the mint, jalapeno, pickling juice, Worcestershire sauce, turmeric, paprika, garam masala, and salt and pepper, to taste. Whizz until the mint is finely minced and the mixture is as smooth as you can get it.
- In a pitcher, combine the mint mixture with the lime juice, lemon juice, tomato juice, and vodka. Stir, and pour into 4 ice-filled glasses. Stab 2 or 3 blue cheese olives on a toothpick and let it fall into the glass along with an asparagus spear and pickled jalapeno. Garnish with lime and lemon wedges. Sip, and enjoy the rush that the jalapeno pepper will give you. Your brain will start tingling in the back! Seriously!
BLOODY MARIA (MARY'S SPANISH COUSIN)
Recipe comes from Eddie's Bar & Grill in Las Cruces, New Mexico. As you can see by the reviews there are a lot of variations possible.
Provided by Galley Wench
Categories Beverages
Time 5m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Shake above ingredients with ice and strain over ice cubes in an old-fashioned glass. (I like the rim of the glass rubbed with lemon and dipped in a little celery salt).
- Garnish with lemon, jalapeno, or a traditional stalk of celery.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 15, Fat 0.1, Sodium 236.9, Carbohydrate 3.7, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 3.1, Protein 0.7
BLOODY MARIA
Tequila, lime and jalapenos give the brunch classic a fresh Mexican twist.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, WIsconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 10m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mix first eight ingredients in a 2-qt. pitcher; stir in horseradish if desired. Pour over ice; serve with jalapenos, cheese cubes and lime wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 525mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
CLASSIC BLOODY MARY
If you want to spice up that tomato juice, just use this classic bloody mary recipe serve in a salt-rimmed glass.
Provided by JASONS_GAL
Categories Drinks Recipes Cocktail Recipes Vodka Drinks Recipes
Time 2m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Salt the rim of a tall glass. To do so, pour salt onto a small plate, moisten the rim of the glass on a damp towel and press into the salt. Fill the glass with ice cubes.
- In a cocktail mixer full of ice, combine the vodka, vegetable juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot pepper sauce, salt and pepper. Shake vigorously and strain into the glass. Garnish with a stalk of celery and olives stuck onto a toothpick.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 140.5 calories, Carbohydrate 8.8 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 2276.9 mg, Sugar 6.7 g
Tips:
- For a smoky flavor, roast the tomatoes and peppers before blending.
- Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
- If you don't have access to fresh tomatoes, you can use canned tomatoes. Just be sure to drain them well before using.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of spices to your liking.
- If you don't have any Worcestershire sauce, you can use soy sauce or fish sauce as a substitute.
- Serve the bloody maria with a garnish of your choice, such as a lime wedge, a celery stalk, or a pickled okra.
Conclusion:
The bloody maria is a refreshing and flavorful cocktail that is perfect for any occasion. With its unique blend of tomato juice, spices, and vodka, the bloody maria is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make cocktail, give the bloody maria a try. You won't be disappointed!
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