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Bloody Mary For One

This single serving Bloody Mary is a classic savory cocktail made with tomato juice, vodka, fresh lemon juice, and spices, ready in minutes and easy to customize.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Diet: Low Lactose, Vegetarian
Keyword: bloody mary, cocktail
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Joanie Zisk

Ingredients

  • 6 ounces tomato juice
  • ½ teaspoon horseradish
  • ½ ounce lemon juice
  • 2 dashes hot sauce (about ½ teaspoon)
  • 2 dashes Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 ounces vodka
  • salt and black pepper -to taste
  • Ice
  • Optional garnishes: Celery, olives, and lemon are classic, with bacon, pickles, shrimp, or cheese as optional additions.
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Instructions

  • Add the tomato juice and horseradish to a tall glass and stir to blend.
  • Stir in the lemon juice, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and vodka.
  • Taste and season with a pinch of salt and black pepper, if needed.
  • Fill the glass with ice, stir once more, and garnish as desired.

Notes

  • Use Full-Flavor Tomato Juice: Since this recipe makes one Bloody Mary, the quality of the tomato juice matters. Choose a brand you enjoy drinking on its own.
  • Build the Heat Gradually: Start with smaller amounts of hot sauce and horseradish, then adjust to taste so the spice doesn’t overpower the drink.
  • Chill Ingredients First: Cold tomato juice and vodka keep the drink refreshing without needing excess ice.
  • Taste Before Salting: Worcestershire sauce and garnishes add salt, so taste the cocktail before adding salt and pepper.
  • Keep Garnishes Balanced: One or two garnishes add flavor and texture without overwhelming a single-serving cocktail.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 164kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 465mg | Potassium: 427mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 768IU | Vitamin C: 38mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg

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