Roses are red, violets are blue, Bloody Marys are also red… and we love them, too!
Love is in the air, and it smells a lot like Worcestershire, freshly grated horseradish, lemon juice, black pepper, a hint of celery seed, and perfectly balanced zest. Valentine’s Day is coming up, and as much as we love chocolate-covered anything, nothing says “I love you” like a Demitri’s Bloody Mary (perhaps with a chocolate-covered strawberry on top if you’re feeling fancy).
Valentine’s Day brunch is the perfect time to whip up a feast of favorites that pair well with a DIY Bloody Mary bar. If you’re looking for romantic brunch ideas, you’re in the right place. Today, we’ll show you how to make the best Bloody Mary recipe for Valentine’s, Galentine’s, or whenever you’re in the mood for a homemade Bloody Mary.
First things first: Get your ingredients ready. Demitri’s Bloody Mary Mix and Seasonings make it beyond simple to make homemade cocktails. Just grab your favorite Bloody Mary Seasoning, tomato juice, and spirit of choice; mix them with ice; and garnish with some citrus. If you can’t decide where to start, the Meet Demitri’s Kit gives you all four flavors (Classic Recipe, Extra Horseradish, Chilies & Peppers, and Chipotle Habanero) along with Original and Bacon Rimshot Rim Salt. It’s the best way to meet your perfect match. (Well, your perfect Bloody Mary match.)
Need a cheat sheet for how to make a Bloody Mary? Here’s your formula for a perfect Bloody every time: 6-8 ounces of tomato juice, 1-2 teaspoons of Demitri’s Bloody Mary Seasoning, and 2 ounces of liquor.
Next up: Get your garnishes. This is where you turn a regular, shmegular brunch into a Valentine’s Day festivity. Have plenty of choices on hand—from the old faithful celery, olives, or Blaze's Beans—to special options (we weren’t kidding about chocolate-covered strawberries). Cut your pepperoni into little hearts with a cookie cutter, or try mini donuts for something sweet with your savory.
Don’t forget the tablescape! Presentation amps up your brunch, and for Valentine’s Day, the spread should look as good as your cocktails taste. Pull out all the stops: Tablecloth, candles, and you can’t forget the flowers. Seriously… write this down! Don’t forget the flowers.
Whether you’re celebrating your partner, your gal pals, or your own wonderful self, Valentine’s Day cocktails make February 14th a lot more festive. It’s a day to celebrate the people (and things) we love—and what better emblem is there than the most beloved brunch cocktail of them all? If you hate Valentine’s Day, rejoice in your Bloody Mary and the knowledge that chocolate will be on major sale the next day. Happy celebrating!
