The bloody mary really has a lot going for it- vitamin A, vitamin C, it goes beautifully with almost any food and is a completely acceptable alcoholic beverage to drink before noon. The challenge of the bloody mary though is that most store bought mixes taste like plastic. Not this one. If vodka had a rendezvous in the juice aisle at Whole Foods, this would be their love child. Simple, satisfying and refreshing- the perfect way to start or end the day. Prepare to enjoy brunch (actual food at brunch is optional).
The Players:
- Absolut Peppar (or your favorite vodka)
- 365 Organic Vital Veggie Juice (or your preferred tomato based vegetable juice)
- Worcestershire Sauce
- Old Bay seasoning
- Crushed ice
- Celery for garnish (optional)
The Game:
- Fill glass halfway with crushed ice. Pour a three count shot of vodka (I prefer a slow count for a stronger beverage; feel free to add as many Mississippis in your count as you like). Fill the rest of the glass (based on a 16 oz. glass) with vegetable juice, leaving about half an inch at the top for garnish. Add a pinch of worcestershire sauce, stir and top with old bay to taste. Garnish with celery, if using. Pretend you are on vacation. Cheers...
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The rendezvous. This is how rumors get started. |
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So happy that it is happy hour. The joy of the bloody mary is that it is always happy hour. |
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Almost too pretty to drink. Almost. |
I am looking forward to one of your Bloody Marys
ReplyDeleteJack T.