The Zesty Garden Bloody Mary is a fresh twist on the classic cocktail, perfect for brunch or any lazy afternoon. With garden-fresh ingredients, it delivers a crisp and invigorating kick that makes it a standout drink.
The base of our cocktail is tomato juice, which provides a rich and savory backdrop. Adding lemon juice introduces a bright acidity, while cucumber juice offers a refreshing, cooling effect. The Worcestershire sauce deepens the umami profile, and freshly grated horseradish brings that signature spicy punch. A dash of hot sauce lets you control the heat. Celery salt enhances the vegetable flavors, and black pepper, along with smoked paprika and garlic powder, rounds out the spice blend. Of course, the heart of any Bloody Mary, vodka, provides the spirit base. Finally, garnishes like celery stalks, cucumber slices, lemon wedges, cherry tomatoes, and pickled green beans not only make it look beautiful but also add extra bursts of flavor.
This Zesty Garden Bloody Mary pairs beautifully with a classic brunch spread. Consider serving it alongside dishes like eggs benedict, avocado toast, or a savory quiche. For a fun twist, pair it with spicy shrimp skewers or a charcuterie board featuring pickled vegetables.
Start by grabbing a large pitcher. Pour in the tomato juice, lemon juice, and cucumber juice. Now, it's time to add the flavor-makers: stir in the Worcestershire sauce, horseradish, hot sauce, celery salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Give it a good stir until everything is well blended. Next, add the vodka and mix again until it's all combined nicely.
Take your serving glasses and fill them with ice cubes. Pour the Bloody Mary mixture over the ice, letting it flow into each glass. Now for the fun part: garnishing! Add a celery stalk, a cucumber slice, a lemon wedge, a cherry tomato, and a pickled green bean to each glass. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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