
1. Fill a highball glass with ice. 2. Add the vodka, tomato juice, lemon juice, and seasonings. 3. Stir gently or roll the drink between two glasses. 4. Taste and adjust the spice level if needed. 5. Garnish with celery, lemon, or other classic garnishes.
The Bloody Mary is one of the best-known savory cocktails and a brunch classic. Its history is linked to several bars and bartenders, so exact authorship remains disputed. Unlike most sour or sweet cocktails, it depends on tomato body, salt, heat, and spice. The drink allows variation, but a good version should be balanced rather than merely very hot.