Bloody Maria

Is the traditional Bloody Mary feeling a bit too…traditional? Try our audible on the iconic cocktail, the Bloody Maria. This recipe just might become your new game day go-to.

When the Bloody Mary made its debut in the 1920s, it was a simple combination — half vodka, half tomato juice — but it’s evolved over the years to include ingredients that bring big flavor, such as Worcestershire sauce, celery salt, horseradish and cracked pepper.

Just as the flavorful additions evolved, so did the spirit. Some Bloody Mary drink variations substitute bourbon, rye, gin, rum and even beer. And we can’t forget the delicious alcohol-free version, the Virgin Mary. So what is a Bloody Maria? el Jimador® Silver tequila, of course.

Garnishes is where the real creativity happens. The most common, and what you probably have in your own fridge, include celery, lemon, olives and cheese. But many mixologists raise the bar with bacon, chicken wings, pickles, shrimp, peppers, even sliders.

The next time you invite friends over for a game, prep a DIY Bloody Mary bar with different spirits and garnishes. (Don’t forget el Jimador® Silver for the Bloody Maria.) Guests can serve themselves drinks at their leisure, and you won’t miss a Hail Mary because you were making a Bloody Mary.