Balsamic Bloody Mary
This bold and tangy concoction is the perfect pick-me-up for any morning gathering. The zesty blend of vodka, tomato juice, and a medley of flavorful seasonings promises a refreshing beverage that will surely awaken your taste buds. Be sure to serve it up promptly garnished with a cherry tomato and a hint of green chili for that extra kick of flavor. This Bloody Mary recipe offers a delightful twist on the classic cocktail, making it a delightful choice for brunch or any occasion where you want to add a little spice to your day.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- Ice cubes as needed
- 1 cup vodka
- 2 cups tomato juice
- 1 1/2 Tbs. balsamic vinegar
- 1 Tbs. prepared horseradish
- 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
- 4 dashes of Tabasco sauce
- 1/4 tsp. celery salt
- Juice of 2 limes
- Freshly ground pepper, to taste
- 4 cherry tomatoes
- 4 green chilies
Instructions
- Fill 4 tall glasses with ice.
- In a large pitcher, combine the vodka, tomato juice, vinegar, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce, celery salt, lime juice and ice. Stir well to combine and season with pepper. Pour into the ice-filled glasses and garnish each glass with a cherry tomato and a chili speared on a cocktail pick. Serve immediately. Serves 4.
- <b>Variation:</b> To make a Jalape&#241;o Bloody Mary, substitute the vodka with a spicy flavored vodka, such as jalape&#241;o vodka or pepper vodka. Omit the balsamic vinegar, cherry tomatoes and green chilies. Garnish with a jalape&#241;o speared on a cocktail pick.
- Adapted from Williams-Sonoma <i>Essentials of Breakfast and Brunch,</i> by Georgeanne Brennan, Elinor Klivans, Jordan Mackay and Charles Pierce (Oxmoor House, 2007).
Yield
Serves 4.
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