Frozen Bloody Mary

Cool. Bold. A little bit dangerous.

Most cocktails are made to be sipped. A Frozen Bloody Mary is made to be experienced. It's the unexpected twist on the brunch classic you didn't know you needed, until now. Cold, punchy, and refreshingly savory, this frozen version is part cocktail, part culinary event, and all-in on flavor.

At Stu's, we're obsessed with rethinking rituals. The Bloody Mary has long been a brunch staple, a hangover cure, and a spicy indulgence. But what if we flipped the format? What if we made it spoonable, slushy, and ice-cold without compromising on the bold, complex flavor that defines a proper Bloody?

It works. This Frozen Bloody Mary isn't just a novelty. It's craveable. It's memorable. And it's the kind of thing that turns a lazy afternoon into an occasion.

And of course, it all starts with Stu's This Is Bloody Mary Concentrate. Because if you're going to freeze a Bloody Mary, you'd better start with one worth preserving.

Frozen Bloody Mary Ingredients

• 3 oz of your favorite vodka
• Red juicy tomatoes (about 8 medium)
• 1/4 cup shredded fresh basil leaves
• 1 oz Stu's Bloody Mary Concentrate
• 1/2 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
• Finely chopped small celery leaves
• 6 whole celery leaves (garnish)
• Tomato juice (purchased or homemade)

Frozen Bloody Mary Directions

1. Blend it up. In a food processor, combine tomatoes, basil, Stu's concentrate, salt, and chopped celery leaves. Blend until smooth. Add tomato juice slowly to reach your desired consistency. Think spoonable but not soupy.

2. Freeze the flavor. Pour your Bloody Mary base into a shallow dish (something like 11x7" works). Freeze for an hour, stirring occasionally as it begins to set.

3. Let it crystallize. Continue freezing undisturbed until solid, about 2 more hours. You're looking for a firm, icy texture.

4. Scrape the magic. Remove from the freezer and let sit for 20 to 30 minutes. Then take a fork and scrape the mixture into delicate frozen flakes.

5. Serve with spirit. Divide your frozen base into 6 cocktail glasses. Pour 1/2 oz of vodka over each. Garnish with a celery leaf or basil sprig. Sip, savor, repeat.

Shortcut Hack (We Won't Tell)

If you're short on time or just want to skip the freezing step, here's your shortcut: Freeze your tomatoes the night before. Then blend them straight from frozen with the rest of your ingredients. You'll still get that icy texture and bold flavor, minus the wait.

When to Serve It

This isn't just a summer drink. It's a statement. The Frozen Bloody Mary works anywhere you want to impress or cool down in style:

Brunch, elevated. Serve this alongside smoked salmon or avocado toast and watch people lose their minds. Check out our brunch menu ideas for the full spread.

Dinner parties. A refreshing amuse-bouche or palate cleanser with a kick. Pair it with any of our dinner party themes for a memorable opening course.

Holiday gatherings. Swap mulled wine for this icy red stunner and be the rebel of the season. It pairs perfectly alongside a Christmas Bloody Mary station for hot and cold options.

Poolside hangs. Perfect for lounging, floating, or just pretending you're somewhere tropical.

Bloody Mary bars. Add a frozen option to your setup and give guests something they've never seen before. The granita format makes it easy to scoop and serve without a blender running all day.

Why It Works

What makes this recipe so special isn't just the format. It's the foundation. Most Bloody Mary mixes are already diluted and full of filler. But Stu's This Is Bloody Mary is a concentrate. That means it packs all the essential flavor elements (acidity, umami, spice) into every ounce, giving you more flexibility and control over your final drink.

You can dial it up. You can keep it classic. And in a frozen cocktail where every flavor has to fight through the cold, that intensity is exactly what you want.

Want to make it a mocktail? Skip the vodka pour at the end and serve the granita on its own. It's a virgin Bloody Mary with serious presentation points.

Go Make This Drink

If you make this, tag us. We want to see how you elevate your ritual.

For more ways to push the boundaries of the classic Bloody Mary, explore our full Bloody Mary & Savory Drinks guide or grab a kit bundled with concentrates, rim salts, and ghost pepper serum.

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