Put that bottled Bloody Mary mix back on the grocery store shelf!
This homemade version couldn’t be simpler.
Why Is It Called a Bloody Mary?
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As for who created the ever-popular vodka-tomato cocktail, theres also some argument on that front.
That means the popularity of this storied cocktail has endured for over a hundred years.
What Alcohol Is in a Bloody Mary?
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Swap in tequila for a Bloody Maria, or gin to make it a Red Snapper.
There are even variations with aquavit orbourbon.
If you prefer tequila in your cocktails, consider this Tex-Mex version, theBloody Maria.
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Hot sauce and celery salt (or seafood seasoning likeOld Bay) are optional spicy add-ins.
From there, its easy to customize to individual tastes.
How To Make a Bloody Mary
Frankly, making a Bloody Mary couldn’t be simpler.
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Then, garnish as you see fit.
Garnishing your glasses with a stalk of celery and a few green olives is great.
Think pickled veggies like classic cucumber spears, okra, cornichons, carrots, beets, or cocktail onions.
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Top your glasses with lemon or lime wheels.
Add colorful sprigs of fresh dill, parsley, or basil.
Want to gild the lily?
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Add decadentcrispy bacon pieces, skewers of cubed cheese, or cooked shrimp.
Set everything out on small bowls, and let your friends and family create their own perfectly customized cocktails.
Wet the rims of four pint glasses by rubbing the lemon wedge along the rims.
Repeat with remaining glasses.
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Fill glasses with ice.
Divide mixture between glasses.
Garnish each glass with a celery stalk and/or olives, if desired.
