Bloody Maria Cocktail
Have you ever heard of a Bloody Maria Cocktail? It’s Mary’s south-of-the-border cousin. It’s a Bloody Mary, but made with tequila rather than vodka. It’s a fun twist on the classic brunch beverage.
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You may be wondering why the big deal between using vodka and tequila. Vodka is a neutral grain, it has no real flavor. That’s also why you see so many flavored vodkas, it will take on the flavor of what’s around it.
Tequila, on the other hand, has a much more distinct flavor and does not get lost among the spices in the cocktail.
When I host gatherings, I love the element of surprise. People would expect a Bloody Mary at a brunch but serving Bloody Maria’s will keep them talking about your party for a long time.
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Bloody Maria Cocktail
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 ounces good silver tequila
- 7 ounces tomato juice
- 1/2 ounce fresh lemon juice
- 4 dashes Worcestershire sauce
- 2 dashes Tabasco sauce or more to taste
- 1/2 tablespoon prepared horseradish to taste
- 1 pinch celery salt
- 1 pinch ground black pepper
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a cocktail shaker and fill with ice.
- Shake to mix then strain into a highball glass filled with ice.
- Garnish with a lime wedge and a lemon wedge. Serve.
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I actually have more tequila in my house than vodka right now, mostly due to vodkas more common use! I’m not a Bloody Mary fan but I could see it working with tequila too.
I’ve never heard of this cocktail before, but I bet it’s delicious and perfect for a weekend brunch!
I might have some tequila in the cupboard and some tomato juice in the fridge. I see these on the menu for tomorrow!!
Oh yes, this would be fabulous with some huevos rancheros, maybe some fajitas… I am already planning my next Mexican themed brunch.
I’ve tried them with gin, but not tequila! I definitely need one this morning!