Bloody Mary
About This Course
A Bloody Mary is a savory cocktail made with vodka, tomato juice, and a blend of spices and flavor enhancers—typically including Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, horseradish, celery salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and a squeeze of fresh lemon. Served over ice in a tall glass, it’s garnished with a celery stalk, lemon wedge, and often additional accoutrements like olives, pickles, or even bacon. Known for its bold, umami-packed profile, the Bloody Mary is popular as a brunch staple and reputed “hair of the dog” remedy.
Learning Objectives
How to balance tomato juice, vodka, and spice for a perfectly seasoned cocktail.
Techniques for layering Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and horseradish to build depth of flavor.
Proper methods to rim a glass (celery salt, pepper, or spice blend) for added texture and taste.
Creative garnish arrangements—from classic celery stalks to pickles, olives, and bacon.
Ways to customize heat level and saltiness to suit different preferences.
Tips for preparing a large batch (pitcher or bar-style) without sacrificing freshness.
Material Includes
- Printable recipe card outlining ingredient ratios and spice measurements.
- Step-by-step photo guide demonstrating glass rimming, sauce layering, and garnish assembly.
- PDF shopping list of recommended vodka brands, tomato juice selections, and spice blends.
- Quick-reference flavor chart illustrating degrees of heat versus acidity.
Requirements
- Requirements:
- 50 ml vodka
- 100 ml tomato juice
- 15 ml fresh lemon juice
- 2–3 dashes Worcestershire sauce
- 1 dash hot sauce (e.g., Tabasco)
- Pinch of celery salt
- Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
- Celery stalk (for garnish)
- Lemon wedge (for garnish)
- Ice cubes
Target Audience
- Home bartenders eager to master savory cocktails and brunch classics.
- Brunch hosts seeking to impress guests with an iconic, customizable drink.
- Foodies interested in exploring umami-forward mixology techniques.
- Cocktail novices looking to learn layering of flavors and garnish styling.
- Bartenders and servers who want efficient prep methods for weekend service.
Curriculum
3 Lessons1h 39m