Bloody Mary Build-Your-Own Bar

Creating your own Bloody Mary bar at home is a fun and interactive way for guests to customize their cocktails with a variety of delicious garnishes. This iconic brunch cocktail base is a blend of vodka, tomato juice, and zesty seasonings, allowing everyone to craft their perfect drink. The accompaniment of optional garnishes such as celery, olives, and bacon adds an extra layer of flavor to this classic cocktail experience.

Bloody Mary Build-Your-Own Bar

A DIY Bloody Mary bar where guests can customize their drinks with a variety of garnishes.

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Prep Time 15 mins
Total Time 15 mins

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped celery leaves
  • Juice from 1 lemon
  • 2 oz vodka
  • 0.25 oz lemon juice
  • 0.25 oz Dijon mustard
  • 0.25 oz prepared grated horseradish
  • 10 dashes Worcestershire sauce
  • 10 dashes Tabasco sauce
  • 12 oz tomato juice
  • Optional garnishes: celery, cornichons, green olives with pimento, lemon, roasted shrimp, bacon, fresh dill

Instructions

  1. Mix kosher salt and chopped celery in a small bowl.
  2. Dip the tops of each glass into the lemon juice, then dip them into the celery salt.
  3. Pour all the Bloody Mary ingredients into a large pitcher and stir to combine.
  4. Fill glasses with ice and evenly distribute the mix between glasses.
  5. Top with optional garnishes to taste and enjoy!