The Bloody Mary has been a hangover helper for nearly a century, inspiring countless variations. While the vodka-based brunch drink is a classic in its own right, tequila adds more depth to the cocktail with its unique woody and vegetal flavors.
Making a Bloody Maria is a dealer's choice — easily adapted based on the maker’s palate. Add more hot sauce if it needs more spice, use a little less Worcestershire, or douse it with black pepper at the end if your heart desires. The inclusion of tequila will enhance the concoction, no matter the specs, adding spiciness and richness to an already beloved tipple.
Ingredients
2 ounces tequila
4 ounces tomato juice
1/2 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
4 dashes Worcestershire sauce
4 dashes hot sauce
Pinch celery salt
Pinch ground black pepper
1/2 tablespoon horseradish (optional)
Garnish: lime wedge, celery, olives
Directions
Combine all ingredients in a Collins or highball glass.
What is the difference between a Bloody Mary and a Bloody Maria?
While similar in name and composition, the Bloody Mary and the Bloody Maria have several key differences. For one, a Bloody Mary is made with vodka while a Maria is made with tequila. Further, the Bloody Maria swaps out the lemon juice typical of a Bloody Mary for lime juice instead, and kicks up the spice with the addition of hot sauce.
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