Heat up your cocktail routine with this tangy Bloody Mary! It’s got just the right amount of spiciness thanks to the fresh jalapeño peppers and Tabasco sauce.
Do you like spicy drinks? We also. So why not heat up your cocktail brunch routine with one? Spicy Bloody Mary? This drink has just the right amount of heat with every sip. It’s hearty, tangy and salty, not too spicy but with a definite kick in the finish! The spiciness comes from two ingredients: fresh jalapeño slices and Tabasco sauce. Take a sip and the jalapeño fills the front and the hot sauce gives it the finishing touch. Here’s what you need to know to make a Spicy Bloody Mary.
Ingredients for a Spicy Bloody Mary
The Bloody Mary is a classic cocktail invented in the 1920s. The simple combination of vodka and tomato juice has become one of the most famous cocktails of all time! It’s even on the International Bartender Association’s list of official IBA cocktails, giving it an official definition. For the spicy version, we added a few ingredients to make it a writing trick. This is what a Spicy Bloody Mary contains:
- vodka
- Jalapeno chilli
- tomato juice
- lemon juice
- Worcester sauce
- horseradish
- Tabasco sauce
- celery salt
- Black pepper
How to Make a Spicy Bloody Mary (Basic Method)
Most of our cocktail recipes are written in a single serving. But for that spicy bloody mary You will make a mix for 4 people! This makes it easy to use for entertaining, or you can make just one serving and store the rest in the fridge for later. That’s how it’s done:
- First chill the tomato juice and vodka (if possible). This allows the drink to be chilled without having to use too much ice to dilute it.
- Thinly slice the jalapeño pepper. Remove the seeds if you want a gentler heat. Be sure to wash your hands afterwards!
- Shake all ingredients in a cocktail shaker without ice. Yes, you will tremble without Ice. Most shake drinks are stirred with ice. Why not here? Ice dilutes the mixture too much, giving it a watery consistency. Shake with these jalapeños to add that tangy flavor!
- Filter and if time allows, cool. Straining removes the horseradish bits from the drink: a cocktail strainer is best (although you can use any strainer you have). If you have time, refrigerate the mixture for about 1 hour or overnight to blend the flavors.
- Glaze and decorate! Serve over ice with your choice of toppings.
Refrigeration blends flavors (optional)
This spicy Bloody Mary is instantly delicious. But it even tastes good better after cooling for 1 hour or even overnight. In fact, you can do it up to 1 week in advance. Why? Chilling will help all the ingredients blend into a cohesive flavor.
Since this drink is usually made for entertainment, it shouldn’t be too difficult to make ahead of time and chill until ready to serve. But you can also drink it right away: it always tastes fantastic!
Toppings for a Spicy Bloody Mary
There are so many ways to garnish a Bloody Mary: in fact, the garnishes can overshadow the drink itself! You can use many of the same toppings for the Spicy Bloody Mary as for the Classic. But prioritize the spicier options
- Sliced jalapeño peppers (or pickled jalapeños)
- All kinds of potted peppers
- pepperoni
- celery sticks
- Olives stuffed with chili
- Cocktail Onions
- Dill pickle tips
- Pickled okra
- Marinated asparagus
Take cocktail picks or skewers
Garnishes are best served with cocktail sticks or skewers. (Of course, if you are alone, you can throw everything away!) Thread all the side dishes on the skewers or skewers: it is beautiful and helps to drink the cocktail easily. Here are the bamboo cocktail picks we use.
What to use with a Spicy Bloody Mary
There are also a few variations you can use for the rim of a Spicy Bloody Mary! You don’t have to be on the fire, as the drink is quite spicy. But here are some ideas: Use each of these in a 50/50 mix with kosher salt:
- Old Bay: Buy Old Bay online or if you can’t find it, make it at home. It has a unique salty taste that is absolutely perfect!
- Celery Salt: Mix celery salt with kosher salt for a classic twist.
- Smoked Peppers: Add a smoky twist to the spices by mixing smoked paprika powder into the salty rim.
And that’s it! Let us know if you try this Spicy Bloody Mary and what you think about it in the comments below.
spicier drinks
If you like a spicy Bloody Mary, we think you’ll enjoy these other drinks too!
- Michelada A spicy Mexican beer cocktail made with tomato juice, lime, and hot sauce! Light and refreshing, it has a salty and spicy edge.
- Spicy Jalapeño Margarita Heat up your cocktail repertoire with this spicy jalapeno margarita recipe! Crispy and flavorful, it’s got just the right amount.
do you like jalapenos Try more irresistible jalapeno recipes.
This spicy Bloody Mary recipe is…
Vegetarian, gluten-free, vegan (with vegan Worcestershire sauce), plant-based and dairy-free.
The description
Heat up your cocktail routine with this tangy Bloody Mary! It’s got just the right amount of spiciness thanks to the fresh jalapeño peppers and Tabasco sauce.
- 1 medium jalapeno pepper
- 2 cups Tomato juice, fresh
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce (vegan of choice)
- 2 teaspoons prepared horseradish
- 1 teaspoon Hot Tabasco sauce
- ½ teaspoon celery salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup (8 ounces) vodka, chilled
- Ice to serve (try clear ice!)
- For the rim: Old Bay seasoning (store-bought or homemade) and kosher salt
- For garnish: jalapeno slice, lemon wedge, olives (use cocktail sticks if necessary)
- Thinly slice the jalapeño peppers. If you prefer a more subtle heat, remove the seeds. (Wash hands well afterwards.)
- If time permits, refrigerate the tomato juice and vodka. Shake the tomato juice before pouring.
- In a large shaker, combine the jalapeno slices, tomato juice, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, horseradish, tabasco, celery salt, and black pepper. Shake well to combine (no ice). Strain into a mason jar or small pitcher.
- Optional: If time permits, refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best flavor. (Or make ahead and store for up to 1 week.) Serve right away, though!
- To serve, place a mixture of about half kosher salt and half Old Bay seasoning (or celery salt) on a plate. Cut a notch in a lemon wedge, then run it around the rim of a glass. Dip the edge of the brim in a plate of salt.
- In each glass, add 2 ounces (¼ cup) vodka and ½ cup Bloody Mary Mix, stirring gently to combine. Fill the glass with ice and add the garnishes.
- Category: drink
- Method: shakes
- Kitchen: cocktails
- Diet: vegetarian
Keywords: Spicy Bloody Mary
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