Make your Bloody Mary’s from scratch with this homemade Bloody Mary Mix – a combination of sweet and savory to get your morning started off right.
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We are halfway through summer and I think we could all use a cocktail.
So far this summer has been incredibly good as it’s been filled with trips, fun days at the beach, amazing food, fresh vegetables, and whole lotta sunshine. Yet, it has been equally difficult as it is also filled with fighting kids and too many tantrums, constant chatter, and the boredom the comes with single parenting.
So whether we are toasting to great times or drinking away the summer slump, I suggest we whip up a batch of this Bloody Mary Mix and raise our glasses…
to summer!
Recommended Ingredients and Equipment
Similar to my fan-favorite Thai peanut sauce, I’m not sure I’ve made this mix the same way twice. Being highly flexible with the ingredients you have on hand, Bloody Mary mix requires just a handful of basic ingredients.
Ingredients and Substitutions
- Salt – For the salty component, I have pickle juice, vegan Worcestershire sauce, and celery salt. I love the combination of these citrus/vinegar salty flavors.
- Acid – I use a mixture of apple cider vinegar and lime juice to give the mix its acidity. I like using both because the vinegar and citrus offer two different kinds of acidity for a fuller experience.
- Sweet – The sweetness comes primarily from the tomato juice with strikes the perfect balance between the other flavors.
- Heat – Heat counters the sweetness and acidity and gives the mix a nice finish. My favorite two heat options for this mix are horseradish and Tabasco sauce. Recommended Equipment
All you need for this recipe is a blender and a large airtight container, such as a 64-ounce mason jar. (<<affiliate links)
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How to make Bloody Mary Mix
Step One – Blend the Ingredients
Blend together the ingredients in a small blender. Taste, and adjust seasonings.
Step Two – Cover and Chill
Pour into an airtight container, such as a 64-ounce mason jar, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Serving and Storing
To serve, salt the rim of each glass. Fill glasses with ice, 2 ounces of vodka, and top with Bloody Mary Mix. Garnish with pickles, celery, and olives.
Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Uses for Bloody Mary Mix
- Gift it. Bloody Mary Mix makes a wonderful food gift. Whether you’re gifting for a birthday, house warming party, or simply to say, “I appreciate you”, package up your homemade mix in a 64-ounce mason jar and give it with love.
- Make a Cocktail. You can also, of course, add a little vodka to your Bloody Mary mix, pour it in a glass, and top it with your favorite garnishes to serve at your next brunch party.
- Healthy Morning Routine. Omit the vodka and drink this Bloody Mary mix straight for a healthy morning beverage that is packed with essential vitamins and minerals such as Vitamin C, Vitamin B, potassium, and tons of antioxidants.
More Vegan Drink Recipes
- Cucumber Jalapeño Margarita
- Homemade Chai Latte
Bloody Mary Mix
Ingredients
- 4 cups tomato juice
- 1/4 cup pickle juice
- 2 tbsp vegan Worcestershire sauce
- 1 heaping tbsp horseradish
- 2 cloves garlic
- juice of 2 limes
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp celery salt
- 1 tsp Tabasco
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a blender, combine all the ingredients and blend until smooth. Pour into an airtight container, such as a 64-ounce mason jar, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- To serve, salt the rim of each glass. Fill glasses with ice, 2 ounces of vodka, and top with Bloody Mary Mix. Garnish with pickles, celery, and olives.
Notes
- Gift it. Bloody Mary Mix makes a wonderful food gift. Whether you're gifting for a birthday, house warming party, or simply to say, "I appreciate you", package up your homemade mix in a 64-ounce mason jar and give it with love.
- Make a Cocktail. You can also, of course, add a little vodka to your Bloody Mary mix, pour it in a glass, and top it with your favorite garnishes to serve at your next brunch party.
- Healthy Morning Routine. Omit the vodka and drink this Bloody Mary mix straight for a healthy morning beverage that is packed with essential vitamins and minerals such as Vitamin C, Vitamin B, potassium, and tons of antioxidants.
Lori LaCount says
Could I can it using a water bath for longer storage?
Mike says
Sounds easy and tasty
Julia says
Thank you for sharing this recipe, can’t wait to try it.
Could you please write what brand of tomato juice
and pickle juice is your favorite? It’s not easy to find a good one…