Spicy Bloody Mary

Tequila Sangrita

If you’re familiar with traditional Mexican food, you may have heard of Sangrita before. It’s known as a traditional Mexican drink served as a chaser to high end tequila brands. The basic sangrita drink does not contain any alcohol. It’s a blend of juices and spices meant to sip alongside your tequila. The Sangrita Cocktail has tequila built-in to the beverage, so it’s all-in-one enjoyment! This is a great cocktail to serve for brunch and is also a refreshing warm-day cocktail. Cheers!

Destination Drinks #34: Sangrita - Lonely Planet

Ingredients:

  • 2 ounces Spicy Tomato Pepper tequila
  • 3 tablespoons chilled tomato juice
  • 3 tablespoons orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon grenadine
  • 1/4 teaspoon soy sauce
  • Lime wedge
  • Chile Citrus Salt, on a small plate
  • 1 Lime Ring

Instructions:

Run the lime wedge around the rim of a glass. Press the rim into the Chili Citrus Salt. Add 5 or 6 ice cubes. Add the tequila, tomato juice, orange juice, lime juice, grenadine, and soy sauce. Stir to blend. Garnish with Lime Ring and serve. Cheers!

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Spicy Cucumber Cocktail (serves 2)

A refreshing cocktail featuring the flavors of crisp cucumber, fragrant cilantro, tart lemon, tangy tomato, and jalapeno pepper, made a little sweet with a bit of honey or agave. Cheers!

 Spicy Cucumber Cocktail - Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 1 teaspoon cilantro (about 15 leaves)
  • Juice from 1 freshly squeezed lemon
  • 1 tablespoon honey or agave
  • 1 large cucumber
  • 4 ounces Spicy Tomato Pepper vodka
  • 4 ounces club soda

Instructions:

In a food blender or processor, blend the cucumber, honey (or agave), and lemon juice. Strain through a fine strainer to remove all pulp. Place the cilantro into a cocktail shaker and pour in the juice. Muddle to break them down. Fill with ice and add Spicy Tomato Pepper vodka. Shake vigorously. Place ice in two glasses and split the cocktail between them. Top each off with club soda. Cheers!

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Pickled Bloody Mary

A Bloody Mary is easy to make from scratch with vodka, tomato juice, and a few other simple ingredients. The spicy, salty, and savory taste of this classic cocktail makes it perfect for brunch or other afternoon gatherings.

Pickle Bloody Mary Mix - Stu's Pickles Juice & Spices Concentrate (3 x 8 oz bottles)

Ingredients:

  • 2 ounces Spicy Tomato Pepper vodka
  • ¾ cup tomato-vegetable juice
  • 1 ounce pickle juice
  • ½ ounce lime juice
  • 2 dashes Worcestershire sauce
  • Lime wedge
  • Chili Citrus Salt, on a small plate
  • 1 Lime Ring
  • 1 pickle spear

Instructions:

Run the lime wedge around the rim of a glass. Press the rim into the Chili Citrus Salt. Add 5 or 6 ice cubes. Add the vodka, tomato juice, pickle juice, lime juice, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to blend. Garnish with Lime Ring and pickle spear, then serve. Cheers!

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Tomato Spritz

Don't scroll past this recipe. The idea may sound unusual but consider this a lighter Bloody Mary without losing any of the flavors. This means more room for your eggs benedict.

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Ingredients:

  • 2 ounces Spicy Tomato Pepper vodka
  • 1 ounce tomato juice
  • 1 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Club Soda
  • Cucumber slice for garnish

Instructions:

To a cocktail glass, add ice, vodka, tomato juice, and lemon juice. Top off with club soda. Garnish with cucumber slice and enjoy!