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You can find many recipes for a Bloody Mary on the internet, but how about adirty Bloody Mary? It’s a classic Bloody Mary with an olive twist, and now I can say I’ve got a dirty Bloody Mary recipe I love and hope you will too.
Why You’ll Love It
You’ll love a dirty Bloody Mary because it’s full of olive flavor. It doesn’t have olive juice, but it does have cracked Castelvetrano olives in it, which I know you’ll dig because, well, Castelvetranos are the olive even non-olive lovers love.
Recipe Ingredients
These are the ingredients that you need to make this dirty Bloody Mary recipe:
- Castelvetrano olives
- Tomato juice
- Vodka
- Lemon juice
- Horseradish
- Hot sauce
- Worcestershire sauce
- Celery seed
- Ground black pepper
- Ice
- Celery stalk
How To Make A Dirty Bloody Mary co*cktail
These are the steps for how to make this dirty Bloody Mary recipe:
- Build The Bloody Mary: Place olives in the bottom of a co*cktail shaker and, using the bottom of a wooden spoon or muddler, smash the olives until they’re broken into big pieces.
- Roll The co*cktail: Add remaining ingredients, except celery stalk, then roll the co*cktail by pouring it back and forth between the co*cktail shaker and a large glass or second co*cktail shaker.
- Serve: Pour the drink and ice into a serving glass, garnish with celery and serve.
What To Serve With This co*cktail
Because this dirty Bloody Mary is a brunch classic, we like to serve it with brunch classics like:
- Dutch Baby Pancakes
- Baked Eggs With Smoked Salmon
- Charred Asparagus With Requeson Cheese
More About This Recipe
I’ve never had a Bloody Mary I really, truly loved. Some are just watery, others too sweet, and some just way, like way, too boozy.
On a recent trip to San Diego, I was on a mission — we were staying in the Gaslamp Quarter and went tasting from Cafe 21 to Union Kitchen and Tap and Seersucker – I tried as many as I could handle without toppling over. I Goldilocks-ed it, tasting and testing to find the one, and I think I’ve found it in this here Dirty Bloody Mary recipe.
Now, go stock up on all your cooking essentials, then head into the kitchen, make this, and share it with us by tagging @saltandwind and #swsociety on social!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Dirty Bloody Mary?
A Dirty Bloody Mary is a variation of the classic Bloody Mary co*cktail. It typically includes the addition of olive brine, giving it a 'dirty' twist. This addition adds a savory, salty depth to the traditional mix of tomato juice, vodka, and various seasonings.
Can You Customize a Dirty Bloody Mary?
Yes, the Dirty Bloody Mary can be customized according to personal preference. Adjust the amount of olive brine, hot sauce, and other seasonings to suit your taste. You can also experiment with different garnishes, such as pickles, bacon, or shrimp, to add variety.
What are the Best Occasions to Serve a Dirty Bloody Mary?
The Dirty Bloody Mary is a versatile co*cktail that's perfect for brunch, as an evening appetizer drink, or at gatherings and parties. Its bold flavor makes it a great choice for those who enjoy a hearty and savory co*cktail experience.
Dirty Bloody Mary co*cktail Recipe
A no-fail recipe for a Dirty Bloody Mary co*cktail made with tons of olives.
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 5 minutes mins
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Servings 1 co*cktail
Calories 230 kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 6 pitted Castelvetrano olives quartered
- 4 ounces chilled tomato juice
- 2 ounces vodka
- 1 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 1/2 teaspoons prepared horseradish (not creamed horseradish)
- 2 dashes hot sauce
- 2 dashes Worcestershire sauce
- Pinch celery seed
- Pinch Freshly ground black pepper
- Ice
- 1 medium celery stalk for garnish
Instructions
Make The Bloody Mary:Place olives in the bottom of a co*cktail shaker and, using the bottom of a wooden spoon or muddler, smash the olives until they're broken into big pieces.
Add remaining ingredients, except celery stalk, then roll the co*cktail by pouring it back and forth between the co*cktail shaker and a large glass or second co*cktail shaker. Pour the drink and ice into a serving glass, garnish with celery and serve.
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Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 1gFat: 5.95gSaturated Fat: 0.07gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.38gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gSodium: 547mgPotassium: 319mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 532IUVitamin C: 32mgCalcium: 17mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Bloody Mary co*cktail, Classic co*cktail, Easy co*cktail, hangover drink, mexican hangover cure
Tried this recipe?Mention @saltandwind or tag #swsociety!
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Aida Mollenkamp is a food and travel expert, author, chef, Food Network personality, and founder of the boutique travel company, In all that she does, Aida aims to help discerning travelers taste the world.
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Aida Mollenkamp is a food and travel expert, author, chef, Food Network personality, and founder of the boutique travel company, In all that she does, Aida aims to help discerning travelers taste the world.
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