What’s a Bloody Maria?

Take the Bloody Mary, but make it Texas.

you could thank Texas for this Tex-Mex twist on the favorite brunch cocktail.

Bloody Maria

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Besides the different liquor, these two drinks are the same.

Thats why we added a touch of garlic powder and cumin for enhanced intensity in this drink.

What Is A Bloody Maria?

Southern Living Bloody Maria ingredients

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The name is a playful nod to Bloody Mary, with Maria suggesting the Latin influence of the tequila.

Ingredients for Bloody Maria

Liven up your cocktail hour with this bold twist on a classic.

When making a Bloody Maria, the choice of tequila can bring unique nuances to the drink.

Southern Living Bloody Maria filling the glass with ice

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For a clean and crisp flavor, opt for blanco tequila.

Can I Make Bloody Marias Ahead?

Store tightly covered in the refrigerator.

Southern Living Bloody Maria pouring the drink ingredients into the shaker

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Wrap tightly and refrigerate until ready to use.

Shake vigorously but briefly.

Pour:

Pour into prepared glass.

Southern Living Bloody Maria shaking the drink until cold

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Garnish and serve:

Garnish with ingredients of your choice, and serve.

Make a Bloody Maria less spicy by reducing or omitting the hot sauce and horseradish.

Make this Bloody Maria non-alcoholic by simply omitting the tequila and adjusting the remaining ingredients to taste.

Southern Living Bloody Maria pouring the drink into the glass

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Southern Living Bloody Maria drink garnished and ready to serve

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