Best 7 Easy Bloody Marys Recipes

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**Bloody Mary: A Savory and Refreshing Cocktail for All Occasions**

A Bloody Mary is a classic brunch cocktail that is both savory and refreshing. Made with vodka, tomato juice, and a variety of spices, this drink is perfect for sipping on a lazy Sunday morning or enjoying at a lively party. This article provides three unique recipes for Bloody Marys, each with its own distinct flavor profile. From a classic Bloody Mary to a spicy Mexican-inspired version, there's a recipe here for everyone to enjoy. The recipes are easy to follow and use fresh, flavorful ingredients, ensuring that your Bloody Mary will be a hit at your next gathering. So gather your friends, prepare your garnishes, and get ready to indulge in this delicious and iconic cocktail.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CLASSIC BLOODY MARY



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Here's how to make the best Bloody Mary! The store-bought version can't hold a candle to this brilliantly flavored homemade mix.

Provided by Sonja Overhiser

Categories     Drink

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups tomato juice, chilled
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce (vegan as desired)
2 teaspoons prepared horseradish
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco hot sauce
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup (8 ounces) vodka, chilled
Ice, for serving (try clear ice!)
For the rim: Old Bay seasoning (purchased or homemade) and kosher salt
For the garnish: celery stalk, lemon wedge, olive, cocktail onion (use cocktail picks if desired)

Steps:

  • If time allows, chill the tomato juice and vodka. Shake the tomato juice before pouring.
  • In a large cocktail shaker, combine the tomato juice, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, horseradish, Tabasco, celery salt and black pepper. Shake well to combine (without ice). Strain into a quart mason jar or small pitcher.
  • Optional: If time, chill at least 1 hour or overnight for the best flavor. (Or, make ahead and store up to 1 week.) But you also can serve right away!
  • To serve, on a plate place a mixture of roughly half kosher salt and half Old Bay seasoning (or celery salt). Cut a notch in a lemon wedge, then run it around the rim of a glass. Dip the edge of the rim into a plate of salt.
  • To each glass, add 2 ounces (1/4 cup) of vodka and 1/2 cup of Bloody Mary mix and stir gently to combine. Fill the glass with ice and add the garnishes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Sugar 3.5 g, Sodium 308.1 mg, Fat 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 5.3 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

BLOODY MARY



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Horseradish makes this the best Bloody Mary recipe we've tasted. Without the horseradish, you'll have a more traditional Bloody Mary, and without the alcohol, you'll have a Virgin Mary. Serve with a stalk of celery, dill pickle spear or olives. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon celery salt, divided
1-1/2 to 2 cups ice cubes, divided
2 ounces vodka
1 cup tomato juice, chilled
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons lime juice
3/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon prepared horseradish, optional
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
OPTIONAL GARNISHES:
Celery rib, pickle spear, green and ripe olives, cucumber slice and/or cocktail shrimp

Steps:

  • Using water, moisten rim of a highball glass. Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon celery salt on a small plate; dip rim into salt. Discard remaining celery salt from plate. Fill a shaker three-fourths full with ice. Place remaining ice in prepared glass. , Add vodka, juices, Worcestershire sauce, horseradish if desired, pepper, remaining celery salt and pepper sauce to shaker; cover and shake until condensation forms on exterior, 10-15 seconds. Strain into prepared glass. Garnish as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1110mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SPICY BLOODY MARYS



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     beverage

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 large celery stalks, plus additional stalks for serving
3 teaspoons prepared horseradish
2 teaspoons grated yellow onion
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (2 lemons)
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco, or to taste
1 (46 ounce) can Sacramento tomato juice
2 cups vodka

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.

BLOODY MARY



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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 45m

Yield 6 drinks

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 large stalks celery from the heart, including leaves, plus extra for serving
36 ounces tomato juice (recommended: Sacramento)
2 teaspoons prepared horseradish
1 teaspoon grated yellow onion
1 lemon, juiced
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
12 dashes hot sauce (recommended: Tabasco), or to taste
1 1/2 cups vodka

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.

BEST EVER BLOODY MARY



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This is similar to Emerils, but a touch different. It will be the last bloody mary recipe you will ever want - I've tried several until I tweaked this one just right! Nothing like fresh.

Provided by Ann Cecile

Categories     Beverages

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups tomato juice
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
1 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
3/4 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon coarse black pepper
1/3 cup pickle juice
1 ounce vodka, per drink

Steps:

  • In a blender combine the tomato juice, lemon juice, lime juice, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, pickle juice, and hot sauce and process until smooth. Transfer to a nonreactive container and add celery salt and black pepper, to taste. Refrigerate until thoroughly chilled, at least 2 hours and up to overnight.
  • When ready to serve, fill each glass with ice.
  • Add 1 ounce of vodka to each glass, then fill the glass with the bloody mary mix. Stir well, and garnish each glass with your favorite veggie, pickle, celery, pickled green bean, or a pickled okra.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 41.3, Fat 0.1, Sodium 380.4, Carbohydrate 7.7, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 5.3, Protein 1.1

BLOODY MARY RECIPE



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Learn how to make the ultimate bloody mary with our easy recipe. Turn up the Tabasco spice or dial it down to mix this classic vodka cocktail to your taste

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Cocktails, Drink

Time 5m

Yield Makes 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

large handful of ice
100ml vodka
500ml tomato juice
1 tbsp lemon juice, plus 2 slices to serve
few shakes Worcestershire sauce
few shakes Tabasco (smoked Tabasco is nice)
pinch celery salt
pinch black pepper
2 celery sticks, to serve

Steps:

  • Place the ice in a large jug. Measure the vodka, tomato juice and lemon juice and pour it straight onto the ice.
  • Add 3 shakes of Worcestershire sauce and Tabasco (or more if you like it very spicy) and a pinch of celery salt and pepper. Stir until the outside of the jug feels cold, then strain the cocktail into 2 tall glasses.
  • Top up with fresh ice, add a celery stick and lemon slice to both glasses and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Carbohydrate 8 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein, Sodium 2.8 milligram of sodium

THE PERFECT BLOODY MARY



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This bloody mary has a lot of ingredients but, trust us, it's worth it. Perfect for a dinner party garnished with an olive, or just as a treat at the weekend

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Cocktails

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

50ml vodka
50ml tomato juice
25ml lemon juice
pinch of celery salt
splash of Worcestershire sauce
splash of Tabasco sauce
a few drops of liquid smoke
green olives, halved, to serve

Steps:

  • Put all the ingredients in a jug with a pinch of seasoning and lots of ice. Give it a stir, then strain into eight shot glasses with a half green olive on a cocktail stick to garnish. Try serving with our bacon bowls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 17 calories, Sodium 0.2 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. Fresh tomatoes, celery, and horseradish will give your Bloody Mary the best flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices and garnishes. A classic Bloody Mary is delicious, but you can also add your own personal touch with things like hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, or even bacon.
  • Let your Bloody Mary chill for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together and create a more complex drink.
  • Serve your Bloody Mary with a variety of garnishes. Some popular choices include celery stalks, olives, pickles, and lemon wedges.
  • Enjoy your Bloody Mary! This is a delicious and refreshing drink that's perfect for any occasion.

Conclusion:

The Bloody Mary is a classic cocktail that's perfect for any occasion. With its combination of vodka, tomato juice, and spices, it's a drink that's both savory and refreshing. Whether you like your Bloody Mary classic or spicy, there's a recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a delicious and refreshing drink, give the Bloody Mary a try. You won't be disappointed.

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