Bloody Maria
A tequila Bloody Mary with tomato, citrus, and savory brunch spices.
The Bloody Maria replaces the Bloody Mary’s vodka with tequila, keeping the tomato-savory highball intact. Agave character makes the drink warmer and slightly peppery beneath celery salt, hot sauce, and citrus. Served tall over ice, it is a brunch staple and a clear themed variation rather than a separate template. Rolling instead of hard shaking preserves tomato texture.
Ingredients
- • 2 oz blanco tequila
- • 4 oz tomato juice
- • 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
- • 0.25 oz Worcestershire sauce
- • 2 dashes hot sauce
- • 2 pinches celery salt
- • 1 pinch black pepper
Did you know?
“The Bloody Maria is a straightforward spirit substitution on the Bloody Mary template, popularized as tequila brunch culture expanded in American restaurants.”
Bartender's Note
Blanco tequila keeps the drink brighter; reposado adds oak. Adjust hot sauce and salt to taste after the first roll.
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How to make the Bloody Maria
- 1Build all ingredients in a highball glass with ice
- 2Roll between shaker tins to mix without foaming
- 3Return to the glass
- 4Garnish with celery and lime
