Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups vodka (you can also use a citron or pepper based vodka too)
- BASE MIX
- 4 1/2 cups tomato juice (use a good brand)
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1/2 lime, juiced (more or less to taste)
- 2 teaspoons prepared horseradish (I use a bit more)
- 1/2 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
- Olive juice (1 teaspoon, more or less to taste)
- Hot sauce to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon celery salt
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- Pepper to taste
- Garnish:
- Celery stalks
- Pickled jalapenos
- Grilled shrimp skewers
- Cucumber and olive skewers
How to Make
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Step 1: Note: It is important to remember, that Bloody Mary's are all about "your" taste. You can make more of a citrus flavor, less horseradish, more hot sauce, more olive tasting, etc.; so, make sure to start out with a little of each, then, you can add more; according to what you like. Experiment first, to find your favorite blend.
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Step 2: Mix ... Add all the ingredients to a large pitcher (except the vodka), and mix to combine. Taste then adjust. Maybe a bit more horseradish or hot sauce, etc. Then cover with plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour to let all the flavors develop.
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Step 3: Serve ... Right before serving, you can add the vodka right to the mix; or you can add to each individual glass as you prepare them. It just depends how you plan to serve them; both methods work.
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Step 4: Garnishes ... I love grilled shrimp skewers or a celery stick; some people love to add a pickled jalapenos. And, you can also add a skewer of olives and cucumber bites. Anything you like.
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Step 5: ENJOY! ... Pour in an iced glass and garnish with your favorites.
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