Cocktail Chronicles: Classic Bloody Mary

Bloody Mary - A Classic British Cocktail with a Twist

If you're in the mood for a zesty and vibrant cocktail, look no further than the Bloody Mary. This beloved drink is a perfect combination of bold flavours and refreshing ingredients, making it an ideal choice for any brunch or cocktail hour. Let's dive into the recipe and discover how to create this quintessentially British cocktail.

Ingredients:

- Celery salt
- 1 lemon wedge
- 1 lime wedge
- 2 ounces vodka
- 4 ounces tomato juice
- 2 teaspoons prepared horseradish
- 2 dashes Tabasco sauce
- 2 dashes Worcestershire sauce
- 1 pinch ground black pepper
- 1 pinch smoked paprika
- Garnish: parsley sprig
- Garnish: green olives
- Garnish: lime wedge
- Garnish: celery stalk

Steps:

1. Begin by pouring some celery salt onto a small plate.

2. Take the juicy side of the lemon or lime wedge and rub it along the rim of a pint glass.

3. Roll the outer edge of the glass in the celery salt until fully coated. Fill the glass with ice and set it aside.

4. Squeeze the lemon and lime wedges into a shaker and then drop them in.

5. Add the vodka, tomato juice, horseradish, Tabasco sauce, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, paprika, and a pinch of celery salt into the shaker. Add ice and gently shake to combine all the flavours.

6. Strain the mixture into the prepared glass, ensuring it pours over the ice.

7. For a finishing touch, garnish your Bloody Mary with a parsley sprig, two speared green olives, a lime wedge, and optionally a celery stalk.

Now, sit back and sip on this classic British cocktail. The Bloody Mary offers a delightful blend of tangy citrus, savoury spices, and a kick of vodka, creating a truly invigorating experience for your taste buds.