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Thanksgiving Brunch Ideas: How to Create a Jaw-Dropping Bloody Mary Bar

Hosting Thanksgiving can be really stressful, even for the pros among us. Between the shopping, the chopping, the cooking, and the cleaning, it’s a lot. And as much as we...

Behind the Label: What to Look for in a Quality Margarita Mix

A good margarita mix should taste like you sliced the limes yourself—but without needing to spend the time or even have fresh limes on hand. Too often, store-bought mixes are...

Your Best Travel Buddy: TSA-Approved Bloody Mary Pouches

There’s so much to love about the upcoming holiday season: spending time with family, eating good food, turning your out-of-office notifications on… But getting to your destination? There’s very little...

3 Scary Good Cocktails You Need to Make This Halloween

Spooky season is HERE. Have you spent all year perfecting your costume, or are you counting down the days until November 1st? Halloween is a polarizing holiday, but love it...

4 Unique Fall Cocktails For Your Next Party (Fun Bloody Marys, Margaritas & More!)

We hate to be the ones to break it to you, but all good things must come to an end, and that means summer too. Lucky for you, we’ve got...

How to Host a Bloody Mary Tasting Party

Tired of your humdrum movie night? Mix up your plans with a Bloody Mary tasting party. Whether your friends are Bloody Mary aficionados or newly initiated members of the fan...

How To Nail The Presentation Of Your Bloody Marys Every Time

The thing about Bloody Marys is that if you love them, you really love ‘em. Demitri’s Bloody Mary Seasonings make an incredible foundation for your Bloodys—and if you’ve got a...

The Perfect Match: Your Quick Guide to Pairing Food with Bloody Marys

Hosting a big group for brunch can be stressful. Cleaning the house, arranging your bouquets, figuring out the menu… it can be a lot. Using Demitri’s Bloody Mary Seasonings takes...

Why You Should Be Adding Citrus To Your Cocktails: How-To Guide

A fully stocked home bar always has a basket of citrus to choose from. You need lemons for Bloody Marys, limes for margaritas, oranges for Aperol spritzes, and fun options...

Margaritas for Every Occasion: How to Customize Your Mix for Different Events

Every occasion is a good time to have a margarita. Taco night? Pair ‘em with spicy margs. Hosting book club? Whip up a big batch of frozen margs and chat...

Get Ready for Grilling Season with Demitri’s Bloody Mary Seasonings

Say what you want about the summer solstice: Summer doesn’t really start until you’ve fired up the grill. Grilling season is here, and we are already planning out delectable spreads...

3 Spritz Recipes to Sip on This Summer

When it’s this hot out, you don’t want fussy cocktails that take lots of prep. Spritzes are our go-to for light, refreshing drinks to serve alongside fresh summer foods. The...

May Bloody Mary of the Month: Flavor-Loaded Vegan Mary

A great thing about the Bloody Mary is how easy it is to customize—whether you want a lot of spice, extra horseradish, spirit free or otherwise. With that said, there...

3 Cocktails To Make Your Mother’s Day Bright

Moms are (typically) the easiest people to celebrate, so today we’re running through three easy drink ideas that can potentially make mom feel extra special. Whether you’re treating your mom...

5 Margarita Recipes You Need to Try for Cinco de Mayo

Happy Cinco de Mayo! Little known fact: This holiday commemorates Mexico’s surprising victory over France in an 1862 battle. Since then, Cinco de Mayo has become a catchall for enjoying...

A Tale of Two Mixers: Bloody Marys and Margaritas, Coming Right Up!

You’ve heard of morning people and night owls. But we categorize people a little differently. You’ve got your brunch people, your happy hour people, and both (put us in this...

How to Build a Drink Bar at Home with Demitri’s

It’s officially spring, and our calendars are already filling up. Whether you’re hosting a summer soiree, a backyard cookout, or any other get-together, Demitri’s helps you elevate your drink bar...

Recipe of the Month: The Conservatory

We are feeling the Spring energy at Demetri’s headquarters, here in Seattle! The season brings the gardens popping, spring break planning, and the confirmation of overdue brunch dates. With warmer...

Podcast: Demitri Pallis on The Proof University Show

Demitri Pallis was recently featured on the Proof University Show to talk about how he turned his desire for a consistent, easy-to-make Bloody Mary mix into an award-winning product. Get...

Find the Best Bloody Mary Kit for Your Home Bar

Whether you’re new to Demitri’s products or you want to stock up on your faves with big savings, our kits let you explore our award-winning Bloody Mary Seasonings, Margarita Mixes,...

Drink of the Month: The BTP Bloody Mary

It’s a leap year, which means you get an extra day to enjoy February’s incredible Cocktail of the Month. This month we’re featuring the BTP Bloody Mary created by James...

Drink of the Month: Spirit-free Bloody Mary For the Win

Whether you’re challenging yourself to Dry January or you just want to enjoy a Bloody sans alcohol, spirit-free Bloody Marys are here for it. To make one, you can either...

Demitri’s Gourmet Mixes: One of America’s First Bartender-Built Brands

When you taste a Bloody Mary made with Demitri’s seasonings, you immediately understand why the company has been around for over 35 years: It’s bold while being perfectly balanced. The...

5 Cocktail Recipes You Should Try For Your New Year’s Party

The week between Christmas and New Year’s Day is arguably the best week all year. You’re through the chaos of holiday parties, shopping, and wrapping presents. It’s finally time to...

Perfecting the No & Low Bloody Mary: A Non-Alcoholic Delight

If you love Bloody Marys, chances are pretty good that you love it for the spicy, savory flavors… and the salty, snacks garnish! Although the Bloody Mary cocktail traditionally includes...

Bloody Mary Home Bars for Holiday Entertaining

Home Is Where the Cocktails Are As much as we love the holiday season, we’re really looking forward to hibernating come January 1… or maybe January 2 (New Year’s Day...

The Ultimate Gift Guide for Bloody Mary Lovers

The most wonderful time of the year is here: Mariah Carey is on the radio. Elf is on TV (and on the shelf). Delicious treats are at every twist and...

The Perfect Bloody Mary Recipe for Thanksgiving Brunch

Whether you’re team mashed potatoes or sausage stuffing for life, the Thanksgiving table has something for almost everyone. With Thanksgiving “dinner” being more of an early-bird, lunch/dinner combo, you’ll want...

Three Simple Ways To Improve Your Bloody Marys

ABC (A Better Cocktail) Is As Easy As 1, 2, 3 We aren’t clairvoyant, but we’re going to go out on a limb and say that you (or your guests)...

Essential Bar Tools for Your Home Bar: Level Up Your Cocktail Game

Are you ready to take your cocktail game to the next level and become the master of your own home bar? Whether you're a seasoned mixologist or just dipping your...

Perfect Pairings: How To Combine Brunch and Bloody Mary Favorites

Math can be hard, but here’s an easy calculation: weekends + brunch = happiness (x infinity). Whether guests travel for your world-famous pancakes, brunch for a tailgate party, or reserve...

Bloody Mary Garnishes That’ll Have Customers Wanting Seconds

If you’re an Annie fan, you know you’re never fully dressed without a smile. But we’ll bet our bottom dollar that your Bloody Marys are never fully dressed without a...

The Best Alternative to Bottled Bloody Mary Mix for Your Bar

When people go out to a restaurant or bar, they want something they can’t make at home (they also don’t want to do the dishes afterward). They want over-the-top cocktails...

How to Elevate Your Brunch Menu with Gourmet Bloody Mary Seasoning

Let’s get one thing straight: Bloody Mary’s elevate the common brunch. Gooey French toast and fluffy eggs are staples, but spirited sips and bold flavor are the real reason people...

Bartending 101: Fun Bloody Mary Recipes to WOW Your Customers

Hey, bartenders! It’s almost back-to-school season, so today we’re hitting the books and learning how to craft Bloody Marys that get an A+ with brunch-goers. Grab your notebook and a...

How To Make A Tasty Low Calorie Margarita

Summer is here—finally. If you’re anything like us, you’re ready for plenty of beach/pool/vitamin D catch-up time. And what’s better than a low-calorie margarita when you’re hanging outside? Let’s get...

Rim Salt 101: Understanding the Different Types and How to Use Them

Want to elevate your homemade cocktails in literally 30 seconds? Keep reading to find out exactly how to make an Insta-worthy salt rim on your Bloody Marys, margaritas, and anything...

Bartending 101: Big Mary! How to Make Big, Juicy Batches of Bloody Mary.

Everybody’s got time for brunch, but nobody’s got time to make individual cocktail after cocktail. After all, the more time you spend making ‘em, the less time you spend enjoying...

The Bloody Mary: Hangover cure or myth?

Picture this: It’s Sunday morning. You’ve slept in and have absolutely nothing to do all day. The scaries haven’t set in yet—but a hangover from last night has. What do...

Unique Bloody Mary Garnishes For Your Party

When it comes to Bloody Marys, it’s what’s on the inside that counts: That’s why you use Demitri’s, right? But what’s on the outside makes a Bloody Mary shine! Garnishing...

3 Unique Bloody Mary Recipes to Impress Your Guests

The only thing that can beat a Bloody Mary is Bloody Marys. You can’t go wrong with the tried and true classic, but sometimes you want to experiment, right? Whether...

How to Make the Perfect Margarita: Tips and Tricks

Did someone say “margarita”?! Yes. We did. You might be thinking that we’ve confused Bloody Margarets (aka Red Snapper) with margaritas. Nope! We’re letting you in on a little secret:...

The Secret to Crafting the Perfect Bloody Mary: Gourmet Mixes

Chances are you love a good Bloody Mary. Like, really love it. And who wouldn’t? Bloody Marys combine all the best savory, salty, and spicy flavors, whether you’re staying classic...

The Ultimate Game Day Cocktail: Win Your Party with Gourmet Bloody Marys

The Big Game is almost here, and you know what that means: It’s the time of the year when football lovers, commercial lovers, and food lovers unite in one living...

Building and Stocking a Bar at Home: 101 With the Experts

Creating your own bar at home can be an exciting experience, especially if you love cocktails, and like having friends and family over all the time. With the holidays just...

Bartending 101: Basic Drink Recipes for Beginners

Whether it’s an Old Fashioned or a Bloody Mary, some drinks are ubiquitous to the bartending trade. Any bartender worth their (margarita) salt knows how to make these iconic concoctions. ...

What Is a Mixologist and How Do I Become One?

Some people enjoy beer, and some people prefer cocktails. But others consider themselves mixed drink connoisseurs, artists that use liquid spirits rather than liquid paint. Mixology goes a step above...

Bloody Maria: A Tequila Twist on the Classic Bloody Mary

Brunch-goers and hangover-havers around the globe regularly turn to the Bloody Mary to soothe their Sunday scaries. You can’t go wrong with the tried-and-true hangover cure, but those looking for...

The Best Bartending Books for the Beginner Mixologist

It doesn’t get much better than sipping on a crisp cocktail after a long day. The delicate combination of flavors, textures, and temperatures in your favorite beverage hits the spot...

Why and How We Use Egg Whites in Cocktails

You may not think of eggs and egg whites as essential ingredients for behind the bar, but bartenders have considered them a staple for decades (and even centuries). If you’re...