perfect classic bloody mary

Name: Perfect Classic Bloody Mary
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 h
Yield: 1
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3/4 cup(s) tomato juice; 2 tablespoon(s) lemon juice; 1 1/2 tablespoon(s) orange juice; 2 dash(es) worcestershire sauce; 2 pinch(es) celery salt; 2 pinch(es) pepper (fresh ground); 1 pinch(es) chili powder; 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon(s) horseradish (freshly grated); 1-4 dash(es) hot sauce (to taste); 1 1/2 ounce(s) vodka (omit for virgin mary); 1 stalk(s) celery (optional for garnish)

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Jacinda Santiago

La Crescenta, CA

Updated on Jan 23, 2018

For me, the classic Bloody Mary is balanced, where you can taste the savoriness of the tomato juice but balanced with enough heat to wake you up with a tingle in your mouth (not enough to scorch your senses). Sadly, it's become increasingly more difficult to find a place that serves a true classic Bloody Mary. So I set out to make my own. The two key ingredients are the OJ, which balances the stronger flavors and chili powder which adds a subtle smokiness. Also, fresh grated horseradish is a must. For those who like more heat, you can increase the amount of horseradish and hot sauce.

Rate

prep time 15 Min

cook time 8 Hr

method Refrigerate/Freeze

yield 1 serving(s)

Ingredients

3/4 cup tomato juice
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 1/2 tablespoons orange juice
2 dashes worcestershire sauce
2 pinches celery salt
2 pinches pepper (fresh ground)
1 pinch chili powder
1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon horseradish (freshly grated)
1-4 dash hot sauce (to taste)
1 1/2 ounces vodka (omit for virgin mary)
1 stalk celery (optional for garnish)

How To Make perfect classic bloody mary

Step 1

You will need two large vessels to prepare this drink.

Step 2

Add all the ingredients, except for the celery stalk, to a pitcher and give a gently stir. Note that you can omit the vodka and add it in last step if desired.
Step 3

Taste the mix and adjust the heat to your liking by adding more horseradish and/or hot sauce. Repeat step 2 until you've reached desired flavor.
Step 4

"Roll" the mix as follows: pour it from one pitcher to another and back again. Do this 3 times.
Step 5

Store the mixture in the refrigerator overnight or for at least 6-8 hours so the flavors can infuse.
Step 6

When ready to serve, shake and serve over a tall glass filled to the top with ice and garnish with a celery stalk.
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