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Halloween Bloody Mary

This Bloody Mary is a spicy, tomato-based cocktail with a rich red hue and smoky spices, served with eerie garnishes to resemble a haunted potion. It combines fiery tomato juice with bold seasonings, resulting in a refreshing yet visually striking beverage with a slightly thick, vibrant appearance.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups tomato juice preferably spicy or smoky for depth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp hot sauce or adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika adds smoky flavor and color
  • 0.5 tsp celery salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 1 slice lemon for garnish and extra tang
  • optional black olives, cherry tomatoes, or cocktail skewers for spooky garnishes

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Measuring jigger
  • Stirring spoon
  • Tall glasses

Method
 

  1. Measure out the tomato juice and pour it into a cocktail shaker or mixing pitcher.
  2. Add Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, smoked paprika, celery salt, and black pepper to the tomato juice.
  3. Seal the shaker and stir vigorously for about 10 seconds until all ingredients are combined and slightly frothy.
  4. Fill tall glasses with ice cubes and pour the seasoned tomato mixture into each glass, leaving some space at the top.
  5. Slice the lemon into wedges and squeeze a bit of fresh lemon juice into each drink for extra brightness.
  6. Garnish each Bloody Mary with eerie accents like black olives, cherry tomatoes, or skewers to resemble spooky decorations and add visual intrigue.
  7. Serve immediately with a straw or stirrer, allowing the vibrant red color and spooky garnishes to shine.