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Bloody Margarita: The Savory Tequila Cocktail That Bridges Brunch and Fiesta

The Bloody Margarita Recipe   A bloody margarita is what happens when a Bloody Mary and a margarita meet halfway. Tequila and triple sec from one side, tomato juice and savory spice from the oth...

Mezcal Bloody Mary: The Smoky Twist Your Brunch Needs

The Mezcal Bloody Mary A mezcal Bloody Mary replaces vodka with mezcal, and the difference is not subtle. Where vodka steps aside and lets the tomato and spice do the talking, mezcal walks in with ...

Bloody Mary Ingredients: The Complete List for Perfect Bloody Marys

A Bloody Mary has more ingredients than almost any other cocktail. A margarita needs three things. A gin and tonic needs two. A Bloody Mary needs a base spirit, tomato juice, Worcestershire, horser...

Bloody Mary Pitcher Recipe: How to Make Bloody Marys for a Crowd

A bloody mary pitcher recipe should be simple. Combine your seasoning, tomato juice, and citrus in a pitcher. Chill it. Let guests add their own vodka and garnishes. That's the format that works fo...

How Long Does Bloody Mary Mix Last? Does Bloody Mary Mix Go Bad and Expire?

How long does Bloody Mary mix last? Yes, Bloody Mary mix expires. Every bottle has a shelf life, and how long yours lasts depends almost entirely on one thing: whether it contains tomato juice. Mix...

Non Alcoholic Aperitif: The Host's Guide to Zero-Proof Cocktail Hour

Non Alcoholic Aperitif   The aperitif isn't about the alcohol. It's about the pause. That moment when the day winds down, friends gather, and a thoughtfully made drink signals that something wor...

Cocktail Mixers: The Complete Guide to Choosing the Right Format for Your Home Bar

Cocktail Mixers - Let's Get Into It   Walk down the cocktail mixer aisle at any grocery store and the choices blur together. Dozens of bottles. Bright labels. Every one promising the "best" marg...

Bloody Mary Malt Beverage: What It Is, Who Makes Them, and How They Compare

Bloody Mary Malt Beverage: Let's Talk About Them A Bloody Mary malt beverage is a canned, ready-to-drink cocktail that uses a malt alcohol base instead of vodka. It tastes like a Bloody Mary. It'...

Green Bloody Mary: The Tomatillo Version That Changes Everything

A green bloody mary replaces tomato juice with tomatillo juice. The result is a cocktail that's tangier, brighter, and lighter than the classic red version. Tomatillos have more acidity and less sw...

How to Make Tomato Juice: Two Methods for Bloody Mary Lovers

Homemade tomato juice tastes noticeably different from the canned version. It's sweeter, brighter, and has a depth that comes from using ripe tomatoes at their peak. If you've ever paired a Bloody ...