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Masshole Fratboy · Tommy "Two Coolers" Sullivan

Bloody Mary

A citrusy and fruity sour built around vodka, with the classic proportions and service that make the Bloody Mary endure.

“Look at this Bloody Mary—clean hit, no replay needed, and nobody had to miss the game.”
Bloody Mary cocktail served in a tall glass with celery and lemon

WHY THIS DRINK WORKS

The Bloody Mary works because vodka, tomato juice, lemon juice meet in deliberate proportion. Keep the method rolled, use fresh ice, and give the final garnish enough attention to finish the aroma without distracting from the drink.

Makes1 cocktail
Time5 minutes
GlassTall glass
FinishCelery and lemon

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 oz vodka
  • 3 oz tomato juice
  • 1/2 oz lemon juice
  • To taste Worcestershire
  • To taste hot sauce
  • To taste celery salt
  • To taste black pepper

Make it

  1. Roll or stir with ice.
  2. Pour into a tall glass over ice.
  3. Garnish with celery, lemon, olives, or whatever you like.

Behind the bar

  • Chill the serving glass while you prepare the drink.
  • Taste balance depends on fresh citrus and accurate measurements.