Bloody mary
A Bloody Mary is a cocktail typically made with vodka, tomato juice, and spices. The cocktail is said to have originated in the 1920s in Paris, France. It is named after Queen Mary I of England, who was known for her bloody reign.
There are many variations of the Bloody Mary, but the most common recipe includes vodka, tomato juice, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce, and celery salt. The tomato juice can be replaced with Clamato juice, and the vodka can be replaced with tequila, gin, or even beer.
Some recipes call for the addition of lemon juice, horseradish, celery, olives, cheese, bacon, or even a pickle. The possibilities are endless, and there is no wrong way to make a Bloody Mary.
Advice
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When making a bloody mary, the key is to balance the flavors. Start with a good tomato juice like V8 or Clamato, and season it with salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Adjust the spiciness to your preference with hot sauce and horseradish. For extra flavor, add a splash of fresh lemon or lime juice. Garnish with pickles, olives, celery, or whatever else you like. The most important thing is to experiment and find the combination that works for you.
Questions
Why is a Bloody Mary called a Bloody Mary?
The origin of the Bloody Mary is unclear but it is believed to have been created in the 1920s at Harry's New York Bar in Paris. The drink was reportedly named after Queen Mary I of England, who was known as Bloody Mary due to her persecution of Protestants during her reign.
Why is Bloody Mary so popular?
Bloody Mary is a popular alcoholic beverage that has been around for many years. Its popularity is due to its simplicity and its ability to be adapted to individual tastes. Its base is vodka and tomato juice, which can be spiked with a variety of other ingredients to give it a unique flavor. Common additions include hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, horseradish, celery salt, and lemon or lime juice. This makes it a versatile drink that can be enjoyed in many different ways.
What is the difference between a Bloody Mary and a Dirty Bloody Mary?
A Bloody Mary is a cocktail made with vodka and tomato juice, usually seasoned with Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and other spices. A Dirty Bloody Mary is the same cocktail, but with an extra ingredient such as a pickle juice, clam juice, or olive brine.
What is the best alcohol for a Bloody Mary?
The best alcohol for a Bloody Mary is vodka.
Are Bloody Marys healthy?
No, Bloody Marys are not considered healthy. They are made from high-calorie ingredients like vodka, tomato juice, and Worcestershire sauce, and can contain large amounts of sodium.
What does Bloody Mary taste like?
Bloody Marys are typically made with tomato juice, vodka, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and a variety of spices. The flavor is usually savory and tangy with a hint of heat.
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Recipes
Lu’s Bloody Mary
- GARNISH
- black pepper
- lemon wedge
- olive
- cucumber
The Best Bloody Mary Recipe
- celery salt
- salt
- tomato juice
- hot horseradish
- worcestershire sauce
- garlic salt
- black pepper
- pickle infused vodka
- tabasco sauce
The Best Bloody Mary Recipe
- celery salt
- salt
- tomato juice
- hot horseradish
- worcestershire sauce
- garlic salt
- black pepper
- pickle infused vodka
- tabasco sauce
Bloody Mary
- onion
- lemon
- vodka
- celery salt
- worcestershire sauce
- hot sauce
- salt
- horseradish
- heart
- tomato juice
The Best Bloody Mary
- hot sauce
- worcestershire sauce
- celery salt
- black pepper
- vodka
- lemon juice
- horseradish
- tomato juice
- lemon
- celery
New-New Bloody Mary
- dill pickle juice
- horseradish
- black pepper
- salt
- celery seed
- lemon juice
- cayenne pepper
- vodka
- hot sauce
- worcestershire sauce
- tomato juice
- lemon
- celery heart
Bloody Mary
- seafood seasoning
- sriracha
- vodka
- horseradish
- tomato juice
- lime juice
- worcestershire sauce
Fresh Tomato Bloody Mary
- chile pepper
- shallot
- lemon juice
- tomato
- vodka
- celery
- black pepper
- horseradish
- hot sauce
- salt
Bloody Mary
- tomato
- lemon juice
- salt
- cherry
- vodka
- worcestershire sauce
- hot sauce
- tomato vodka
55 BEST Brunch Ideas | The BEST Bloody Mary Recipe
- celery salt
- salt
- tomato juice
- hot horseradish
- worcestershire sauce
- garlic salt
- black pepper
- tabasco sauce
- vodka
Bloody Mary with Pickle Juice and Horseradish Ice Cubes
- beef
- celery salt
- hot sauce
- fermented pickle
- horseradish ice
- cheddar cheese
- lime juice
- black pepper
- sugar
- horseradish
- pickles bubbies fermented pickle juice
- salt
- milk
- celery seed
- horseradish
- tomato juice
- vodka
Tomato Water Bloody Marys
- herb
- tomato
- horseradish
- tomato juice
- vodka
- pepper
- dill pickle juice
- salt
- tabasco
- worcestershire sauce
- lemon juice
Crazy Bloody Mary
- worcestershire sauce
- horseradish
- black pepper
- vodka
- butter
- lemon juice
- tomato juice
- bread
- cheese
- hot sauce
- bacon
- bacon straw
- dill pickle
- cheese sandwich
Barbecue Bloody Mary
- hot sauce
- worcestershire sauce
- jalapeño
- lemon
- neelys rub
- paprika
- lemon
- vegetable
- barbecue sauce
- horseradish
- onion powder
- sugar
- vodka
Yellow Tomato Bloody Mary
- sun gold tomato
- black pepper
- red pepper flake
- celery
- lemon wedge
- castelvetrano olive brine
- horseradish
- sugar
- worcestershire sauce
- yellow tomato
- hot sauce
- salt
- gin
- lemon juice
Bloody Marys with Tomato Vodka
- salt
- tomato
- lemon juice
- cherry
- vodka
- worcestershire sauce
- hot sauce
Bloody Mary
- celery
- goat cheese
- salami
- hot sauce
- horseradish
- worcestershire sauce
- celery seed
- salt
- cherry pepper
- hot
- vodka
- club soda
- tomato
- pepperoncini pepper
Caraway Bloody Marys with Mini Reubens
- salt
- vodka
- hot sauce
- lime juice
- caraway seed
- horseradish
- sugar
- celery
- celery salt
- worcestershire sauce
- sauerkraut
- russian dressing
- sauerkraut brine
- butter
- deli corned beef
- swiss cheese
- tomato juice
- garlic
- cornichon pickle
- rye bread
Best-Ever Bloody Marys
- celery
- dill pickle
- black pepper
- ice
- lemon
- olife
- vodka
- horseradish
- worcestershire sauce
- dill pickle juice
- celery seed
- lemon juice
- hot sauce
- tomato juice
Jalapeño Bloody Mary.
- tomato juice
- bay seasoning
- horseradish
- hot sauce
- black pepper
- worcestershire sauce
- pineapple
- jalapeño vodka
- bacon
- lemons juice
- pepperoncini pepper
- salt
Bloody Mary
- salt
- cajun seasoning
- hot sauce
- lemon
- worcestershire sauce
- tomato juice
- vodka
- celery
Bloody Mary
- pickled cauliflower skewer
- lemon juice
- horseradish
- celery salt
- tomato clam juice
- tomato juice
- vodka
- worcestershire sauce
- hot sauce
Bloody Mary with Homemade Vegetable Juice
- hot sauce
- carrot
- celery
- celery salt
- salt
- watercress
- vodka
- beet
- black pepper
- chile de arbol powder
- parsley
- worcestershire sauce
- horseradish
- kale
- tomato
- flat leaf spinach
Bloody Maria - Spanish Bloody Mary
- black pepper
- hot sauce
- spanish pimiento stuffed olife
- pickled bean
- lime
- cucumber
- olive juice
- shots tequila
- tomato juice
Bloody Mary
- creole seafood seasoning
- salt
- splashes worcestershire sauce
- horseradish
- pickled pepper
- pickled okra
- vodka
- hot pepper
- vegetable
- garden hot sauce
- white vinegar
Spicy and Spooky Bloody Marys
- celery salt
- black pepper
- jalapeño
- salt
- paprika
- cayenne pepper
- smoked paprika
- worcestershire sauce
- vodka
- horseradish
- lemon juice
- tomato juice
- celery
- lemon
- kalamata olife
- mozzarella cheese
Gazpacho Bloody Mary With Pickled Shrimp Recipe
- Pickled Shrimp
- cocktail
- shrimp
- bay leaf
- apple cider vinegar
- coriander seed
- fennel seed
- olive oil
- lemons juice
- onion
- garlic
- pickled shrimp
- Cocktail
- black pepper
- salt
- olive oil
- worcestershire sauce
- bell pepper
- onion
- gin
- hot sauce
- english cucumber
- tomato
- lemon juice
- horseradish
- garlic
- sherry vinegar
Bloody Marys
- cayenne pepper
- leafy celery
- montreal steak seasoning
- salt
- lime
- tomato juice
- vodka
- worcestershire sauce
Beer Bloody Marys
- celery
- salt
- lime juice
- beer
- tomato clam juice
- hot sauce
Tom Yum Bloody Mary
- ice
- tomato juice
- lemongrass
- black pepper
- salt
- lime juice
- vodka
- cucumber
- tamarind paste
- tom yum paste
Bloody Mary With a Tequila Twist (Bloody Maria)
- chili powder
- pickle
- salt
- don julio tequila blanco
- lime juice
- pickle
- hot sauce
- worcestershire sauce
- tomato juice
Bloody Mary
- black pepper
- lemon juice
- tajin seasoning
- horseradish
- vodka
- pimiento stuffed olife
- worcestershire sauce
- hot sauce
- tomato juice
Bloody Mary
- black pepper
- lemon juice
- tajin seasoning
- horseradish
- pimiento stuffed olife
- vodka
- worcestershire sauce
- hot sauce
- tomato juice
Bloody Mary
- lemon juice
- smirnoff vodka
- worcestershire sauce
- celery
- pepper
- salt
- green hot sauce
- red hot sauce
- tomato juice
Bloody Mary
- celery
- lemon juice
- cayenne pepper
- salt
- tomato juice
- worcestershire sauce
- vodka
Beer-Based Bloody Marys
- celery
- salt
- lime juice
- beer
- tomato clam juice cook
- hot sauce
Frozen Bloody Mary
- worcestershire sauce
- ripened tomato
- celery salt
- horseradish
- lime
- vodka
- pepper
- hot sauce
- tomato juice
The Best Bloody Mary Recipe
- cayenne pepper
- celery salt
- lemon
- celery
- horseradish
- black pepper
- worcestershire sauce
- hot sauce
- soy sauce
- vodka
- tomato juice
Spicy Bloody Mary With Cilantro and Fried Shallots Recipe
- thai fried shallot
- pale
- vodka
- brown sugar syrup
- green olive brine
- cilantro
- sambal oelek
- tomato juice
- fish sauce
- lime juice
Old Ebbitt Grill Bloody Mary
- lemon wedge
- lemon juice
- tomato juice
- black pepper
- shrimp
- lime wedge
- celery
- absolut peppar
- beef broth
- bay seasoning
Ingredient Breakdown
Insights
Staple Ingredients
- worcestershire sauce 57%
- salt 53%
- vodka 53%
Common Ingredients
- hot sauce 50%
- horseradish 48%
- tomato juice 48%
- black pepper 43%
Usual Ingredients
- lemon juice 30%
- celery salt 25%
- celery 23%
Rarey Ingredients
- lemon 18%
- tomato 18%
- lime juice 13%