Bloody Mary
A bold and savory cocktail made with vodka, tomato juice, and spices, known as the perfect hangover cure.
Ingredients
- Vodka 2 oz (60ml)
- Tomato Juice 4 oz (120ml)
- Fresh Lemon Juice 0.5 oz (15ml)
- Worcestershire Sauce 3-4 dashes
- Hot Sauce A few dashes (to taste)
- Celery Salt A pinch
- Black Pepper A pinch
- Ice As needed
- Celery Stick For garnish
- Lemon Wedge For garnish
Instructions
- Fill a highball glass with ice.
- Add vodka, tomato juice, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, celery salt, and black pepper.
- Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Garnish with a celery stick and a lemon wedge.
History & Origins
The origins of the Bloody Mary are debated, but one popular story credits French bartender Fernand Petiot, who created the drink in the 1920s at Harry's New York Bar in Paris. It gained popularity in the United States when he introduced it at the St. Regis Hotel in New York. Over the years, the Bloody Mary has evolved with countless variations, making it a staple brunch cocktail and a famous hangover remedy.