The Ultimate Bloody Mary Recipe (2024)

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I started using pepperoncini juice for Bloody Marys recently when I was out of other “normal” ingredients. It packs a fun little punch! Can’t wait to try your version. Here was my Instagram post on my “what I had in my cupboard” version. https://instagram.com/p/mBg9ACGd40/#
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1. Looks yummy!
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i want one right now!
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It looks great! Here in Canada, we have a similar drink called a Caesar – it’s made with Clamato juice instead of tomato juice and the spicier, the better!
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I make mine with Clamato and spicy V-8 and three drops of Worcestershire sauce plus all th the rest…yum!
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Oh, I love me a good Bloody Mary. All this looks really good. Try switching out the tomato juice with tomato sauce–the vodka won’t thin it down quite so much. Super thick and spicy, with all these ingredients!
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1. Thanks! good to know. 🙂
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Great idea for mothers day coming up, cannot wait to try the shrimp garnish. One thing I suggest for everyone to try is adding a splash of A-1, something a bartender showed me some years back. It just adds a little more depth of flavor.
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my favorite garnishes are pickled green beans, pickled asparagus, pickled carrots, and pickled okra! So good!
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If you don’t want to use alcohol, which I know is crazy, what can I substitute?
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1. Ummmm…. I have no idea, LOL. I think you can just leave it out… but I haven’t tried it that way. Sorry I’m not more help! 🙂
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2. I don’t drink and just leave it out! Just as good in my opinon!!
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I had a few too many foo foo drinks last night in celebration of Valentine’s/Presidents Day. This looks amazing to try this morning. Just shared it on FB. I don’t have tomato juice, so I’m going to do what Sally suggested with the tomato sauce. The shrimp idea is amazing. TY for sharing.
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1. LOL!! I hope it was good!
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We go on a family reunion camping trip every year and one of the traditions is a bloody Mary…or two…or three 😉 with breakfast. The old geezers use Mrs. T’S premade mixer. I have been making it from scratch for a few years now. So much better than the store bought mixers! This year I’m making this one to take. Sounds so tasty 🙂
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So stinking yummo!!! Been searching for a homemade version that rivals our favorites. This is as close as we’ve found! Amazing…thanks for sharing!!
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1. So glad you like it!!!
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I showed my daughter this picture, and I am making your bloody Mary’s for her birthday lunch on Saturday. I can’t wait. I love a good bloody Mary.
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1. I hope y’all enjoy it!
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Yummy
Also added a little OJ and Siracha to add a little spice. We will be blending in a little tomato pasted to thicken and add color – but this recipe is brilliant
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Try using Clamato instead of Tomato juice. Adds great flavor.
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This is so. Freaking. Good.
Rimming with Old Bay is the most brilliant move ever. I love this so much.
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1. So glad you liked it!
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Could you make a large batch of this and refrigerate it ahead of time?
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1. Yes, you can make a batch ahead of time, keep it refrigerated and add the vodka just before serving.
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Nice touch on the pepperoncini and delish recipe. When I’m in a pinch I use LAVA all natural bloody mary mix. Gluten free so great for my celiac and no high fructose corn syrup or preservatives which is great for IBS. Thanks for sharing this awesome recipe!
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I love a great Bloody Mary. To me they are like the lobster of drinks. And especially when the top of glass is garnished with a salt or celery salt or Old Bay…It must be freshly made (none of that premix stuff for me! I sometimes use clamato juice, V-8, Worcestershire sauce, and salt and pepper. Yours looks to die for!! Can’t wait to try making it and pray it turns out delicious!!!!!! I’ll probably skip the shrimp and horse radish, but feel good that it will just as tasty!!! I’ve been hunting for the best recipe as this is a favorite of mine and I believe I found it!!! Will keep you posted when I make them!! Thanks so much for this recipe!!!!!
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1. I hoe you like it!
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Great. Add a tbl spoon of Sherry and a rind of crisp fried and SMOKED bacon and just go . Great becomes super great.
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Great recipe! I also used Clamato juice. I also infused my vodka with pepperoncini peppers. The fresh horseradish is must!
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Here in S. Fla, we have Camaronazo which is like Clamato, but instead of clams, it is made with shrimp. It comes in a regular, lime, or spicy.
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This recipe is the best. Everyone raves about how good it is.
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I’m going to make this in the morning while I cook Thanksgiving dinner. I’m wanting to make it ahead of time, like in a pitcher. How would you suggest doing the ingredients? Hopefully that will work.
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1. Hi Alisha, this recipe was from Colleen at Souffle Bombay. She used to do recipes for my blog. She night be able to assist you. Happy Thanksgiving!
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Why do you put a celery stick in a Bloody Mary? ›

Celery is a Must

Sure, you have seen celery as a garnish to a Bloody Mary, but did you know that it adds more than just a pretty presentation? The flavor of the celery compliments the tomato juice and can be enhanced with celery seed or celery salt as well.

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What's the difference between a Bloody Mary and a Bloody Mary? ›

The most obvious difference between a Bloody Maria and a Bloody Mary is the liquor – Bloody Marias are mixed with tequila, while Bloody Marys use vodka. Some recipes stop there, but tequila's rich, savory profile makes it an ideal base to build a delectable drink upon.

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What alcohol is in Bloody Mary? ›

A classic Bloody Mary is made with vodka, but, for a spin, you can use tequila to make a Bloody Maria. You can also leave the alcohol out altogether for a Virgin Mary.

What is a substitute for celery salt in a Bloody Mary? ›

Using plain salt is always a safe option, but if you're looking for something with a little more flavor, onion salt would be a better choice. Additionally, dill comes from the same family as celery and dried dill can be crushed and mixed with table salt in a 2:1 ratio to make a good celery salt substitute in a pinch.

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Why do bloody marys help hangovers? ›

So how has the Bloody Mary gotten its reputation as a hangover cure? It is the combination of a heavy vegetable base (tomato juice) and salt that can settle the stomach and replace electrolytes, as well as delivering Vitamins C and B6 that are both beneficial in reducing the effects of a hangover.

What do Canadians call a Bloody Mary? ›

Motts claims that the Caesar is the most popular mixed drink in Canada, estimating that over 350 million Caesars are consumed every year. In the United States, the Caesar is typically available at bars along the Canada–United States border. Elsewhere, bartenders will frequently offer a Bloody Mary in its place.

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What is the nickname for the Bloody Mary? ›

With tequila, it is often called a bloody Maria. Gin is often preferred in the UK, sometimes called a Bloody Margaret or red snapper (although this name is also used for other variants), or ruddy Mary.

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How healthy is a Bloody Mary? ›

Most importantly, tomatoes have Vitamin B6, which is one of the few substances known to reduce hangover effects and symptoms. Furthermore, Bloody Marys have less sugar than other brunch drinks, such as mimosas. Like alcohol, sugar causes dehydration and is processed through the liver.

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What do you call a beer served with a Bloody Mary? ›

In Wisconsin, it's a chaser, a beer back, side beer, and, rarely, a pony. In Minnesota, it's called a snit. Whatever it's called, Wisconsinites love their Bloody Marys with a beer chaser.

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What alcohol can you substitute for vodka in a Bloody Mary? ›

8 Alternatives to Vodka in Your Bloody Mary

Gin (a.k.a Red Snapper) ...
Aquavit. ...
Sherry (Fino or Manzanilla) ...
Extra Dry Vermouth. ...
Bourbon. ...
Tequila (a.k.a Bloody Maria) ...
Mezcal. ...
Cognac.

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Should Bloody Marys be shaken or stirred? ›

Thin/dilute tomato juice detracts from the drink, no matter how balanced and perfectly spiced to suit the drinker's taste. Shaking tends to detrimentally affect viscosity so it's better to simply turn the shaker over and over in a gentle revolving motion, rather than shaking (see video above).

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How can I improve my Bloody Mary? ›

One, two or more dashes of hot sauce can really wake up your senses and the drink. Or try adding horseradish for an extra pop. For a sweeter spice, use Sriracha chili sauce. Once you've got the spice down, add a little savory with Worcestershire sauce.

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What kind of tomato juice lowers blood pressure? ›

Growing evidence suggests that drinking at least one glass of tomato juice each day can promote your overall heart health. Researchers³ found that a daily cup of unsalted tomato juice improves systolic and diastolic blood pressure and LDL cholesterol. Beetroot is a root vegetable with a variety of health benefits.

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What makes Bloody Mary so good? ›

Spice and salt are key elements for Bloody Marys, and they can be achieved through many ingredients, from hot peppers to hot sauce for heat and bouillon, amino acids, and even Marmite for salt.

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What is the stick in a Bloody Mary called? ›

1. Celery. Garnish Level: Must-Have. Description: The classic garnish, an untrimmed stick of celery in a warm Bloody Mary is the most common way to consume the co*cktail. Perfect For: Everyone.

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What do celery strings do? ›

For science's sake, these stringy bits are called collenchyma cells, which are essentially water-filled tissue that stiffens to give celery its crunch. It's safe to eat, but we understand if you want to get rid of the tough parts. So you don't have to peel your celery stalks, but you definitely can if you want to.

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Why do you put celery in co*cktails? ›

We say: Celery imparts subtle vegetal notes in this unusual aperitivo co*cktail. With: Fresh celery, aged rum, white crème de cacao, sugar syrup, lemon juice and apple juice. We say: Walnut, celery and apple are essential elements to both a Waldorf Salad and this tasty Daiquiri.

What is celery sticks used for? ›

Use celery leaves and stems to flavor soups, sauces, stews, pasta, tofu, quiches, omelets, and rice. Celery stems can be boiled, braised, fried, or baked. Stir-fry diagonally sliced celery until crisp-tender. Braised celery can be gratineed, topped with béchamel sauce or with melted butter.

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The Ultimate Bloody Mary Recipe (2024)

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