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Spooky Bloody Mary Cocktail

This Bloody Mary cocktail features a vibrant red hue and a smoky, spicy flavor profile, achieved by blending tomato juice with hot sauce and seasonings. The finished drink is smooth with a slightly thick texture, garnished with eerie accouterments for a haunting presentation.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

  • 4 oz tomato juice chilled
  • 1 oz vodka optional, add for boozy version
  • 0.5 oz hot sauce preferably smoky, like chipotle
  • 0.25 tsp Worcestershire sauce adds depth of flavor
  • 0.25 tsp celery salt
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • lemon or lime wedge garnish for serving

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Tall glass

Method
 

  1. Pour the chilled tomato juice into a cocktail shaker, then add the vodka if using.
  2. Add the hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, celery salt, and a pinch of black pepper into the shaker.
  3. Secure the lid on the shaker and vigorously shake for about 10 seconds until well mixed and slightly chilled.
  4. Fill a tall glass with ice cubes, then strain the Bloody Mary mixture into the glass, allowing it to flow over the ice and create a vibrant red appearance.
  5. Garnish the drink with a lemon or lime wedge on the rim, and add eerie touches like a celery stalk or olives for a spooky effect.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy your hauntingly beautiful Bloody Mary cocktail.