A Bloody Mary is never fully dressed without a rim salt. Looking for the best rim salt to make Bloody Marys that wow? Demitri’s Rimshot Rim Salts are crafted to perfectly complement Demitri’s Bloody Mary Seasonings. In this guide, you’ll learn why rim salts improve the flavor, how to choose the right one, and how to rim your Bloody Mary like a pro.
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Do you really need rim salt for a Bloody Mary?
While a rim salt isn’t as fundamental to a Bloody Mary as, say, the tomato juice, it’s still pretty crucial. If your homemade Bloody Marys are missing the mark, your rim salt—or lack of one—might be to blame. (For other common missteps and ways to improve your at-home Bloody Mary Game, check out this post.)
Rim salts don’t just add a nice visual touch. They also help elevate the flavor profile by complementing the savory, spicy flavor inside your glass. When you think of a Bloody Mary, think of balance. Adding a rim salt is a simple way to enrich your Bloody Marys—it takes a couple of seconds and adds big flavor to your homemade cocktails.
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What to look for in a Bloody Mary rim salt
Save the kosher salt for brining your meats! Level up your at-home Bloody Marys with a more complex rim salt—just like how your weekend brunch spot does it. You want a rim salt that enhances your Bloody Mary without becoming the focal point: spiced, but not overwhelming. Salty, but not “in your face” salty. Demitri’s Rimshot Rim Salts do just that, adding to the balanced flavor that our Bloody Mary Seasonings are known for. For the best finishing touch to your Bloody Mary, check out these fan favorites:
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Demitri’s Original Rimshot Rim Salt: A bartender-approved blend of Hawaiian sea salts, smoked salts, pepper, celery seed, and a few secrets. Add this to your next Bloody Mary for an instant flavor upgrade.
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Demitri’s Bacon Rimshot Rim Salt: With a hand from J&D’s Bacon Salt®, this one adds extra aroma for a robust Bloody Mary.
Can’t decide which sounds better? We don’t blame you. Grab the Meet Demitri’s Kit to try Demitri’s Original and Bacon Rimshot along with all the varieties of Demitri’s award-winning Bloody Mary Seasonings. And for your next happy hour, give Demitri’s Margarita Rimshot Rim Salt a spin. Made with pineapple, pomegranate, lime, and a touch of chili pepper, this instantly spruces up any marg.
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How to use Demitri’s Rimshot Rim Salt for the best Bloody Mary
After you’ve made your mixture, you’re ready to add the rim salt. Here’s how to rim a glass for a Bloody Mary—you just need your salt of choice, lime or lemon wedge, and a small, flat plate.
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Moisten the outside rim of your glass with a lime wedge. (Avoid moistening the inside, or you might end up with salt chunks inside your drink.)
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Pour Demitri’s Bloody Mary Rimshot Rim Salt onto a saucer—our signature blend of salts, pepper, and spices.
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Dip the glass on the saucer, rotating the glass slightly.
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Demitri’s tip: Coat half of the rim so that you can alternate between getting salt and no salt in your sip.
A balanced Bloody Mary starts with the right seasoning and finishes with the perfect rim. Demitri’s Rimshot Rim Salts bring balanced zest to elevate your homemade Bloody Marys—your next brunch awaits!
