Why Bloody Marys Are the Perfect Cocktail for a Dry January Brunch

Why Bloody Marys Are the Perfect Cocktail for a Dry January Brunch

After a busy holiday season, many people are ready for a reset. From the happy hours to the company parties to the family parties to the New Year’s Eve celebration, ‘tis the season for a lot of alcohol consumption. If this is the year that you do Dry January, but you don’t want to give up brunch—and who would?!—then Bloody Marys will be your perfect companion all month. And to multitask on your New Year’s Resolutions, every Blood Mary means plenty of fruits and vegetables (of the tomato and pickled bean variety).

Here are some of our top reasons to love an alcohol-free Bloody come January.

1: No hangovers

Many people think of Bloody Marys as a hair-of-the-dog solution to hangovers, but the jury (and science) is out on whether that’s actually effective. What is effective at minimizing a hangover? Not having one in the first place. Our Bloody Mary Seasonings are made with high-quality ingredients that are incredible with or without alcohol, so you can enjoy your favorite drink without sacrificing taste. Our seasonings have the zesty, spicy, complex flavor you want in a Bloody, and there’s one for everyone (for horseradish lovers, for spice lovers, and for spice fanatics).

2: Let the garnish shine

Now’s the perfect time to lean into garnish and let your creativity flow. Mini grilled cheeses? Mini sliders? Mini [fill in the blank with your favorite appetizer]? Check, check, and check. Bring it on! Pro tip if you’re hosting: Having a spread of fun and unique garnish turns a casual brunch into a bespoke experience. Check out these ideas to up your garnish game.

3: Go beyond beverages

Our seasonings make for an incredible Bloody, but they’re multipurpose. Try out Demitri’s Seasonings as a marinade or in sauces, dressings, and soups to fight the winter chill. Chilies & Peppers is fantastic in spicy aioli for all your dipping needs. Extra Horseradish blends beautifully in a homemade Caesar salad or wrap. And for taco night, give Chipotle Habanero a spin for the most flavorful chicken or steak.

Making a non-alcoholic Bloody is incredibly simple: You don’t need to replace the spirit with an NA version (unless you want to!). You can get a great Bloody by just mixing up tomato juice and your Demitri’s Bloody Mary Seasoning of choice over ice. Add some Rimshot Rim Salt and a lime wedge, and you’re good to go.