This might come as a shock, but there are some people out there who don’t like Bloody Marys. Gasp!
We know, we know—but we’re willing to bet a lot of these people haven’t had a good Bloody Mary. No, they’ve had watered-down Bloodys or store-bought mixes that are too salty, too sugary, or just too blah. If you’re making Bloody Marys at home and are finding your version falls a bit flat, have no fear. Today, we’re giving you the rundown on common Bloody Mary mistakes and how to avoid them. Get ready to make a Bloody just like your favorite brunch spot does.
If your drink doesn’t taste like bar quality
Reconsider your ingredients. A Bloody Mary is the sum of its parts: a pre-mixed or bottled Bloody Mary without the best ingredients won’t yield the best drink. Likewise, making it yourself with tomato juice reminiscent of marinara sauce or low-quality vodka won’t get you a brunch-worthy creation. With Demitri’s, you don’t have to choose between convenience and quality. We make all our Bloody Mary Seasonings with all-natural ingredients: Lea and Perrins Worcestershire sauce, freshly grated horseradish, lemon juice, black pepper, a hint of celery salt, and our custom blend of spices. The result? An award-winning drink that tastes like an expert bartender made it to order.
If your drink is over-spiced or under-spiced
Ah, the Goldilocks conundrum. A good Bloody packs a punch, but it doesn’t wallop your taste buds. On the flip side, an under-spiced drink tastes underwhelming, and it can easily lead you down the path of adding “just a little bit of this” and “just a smidge of that” until the whole glass is going down the drain. It takes a lot of tinkering to get it just right. Luckily, Demitri has done the hard part for you. Much like a chemistry experiment, this recipe took years of development to find the perfect balance of robust, complex flavor with spot-on heat level. Perfect every time, in no time.
If your garnish doesn’t wow
Repeat after us: Presentation matters! You don’t have to go over the top on garnish, but you need something to elevate your at-home Bloody into a restaurant-like experience. Go for the old faithfuls (celery, lemon, olives), or find a new favorite like pepperoni straws or Blaze’s Beans. And no boring rims around here! Demitri’s Rimshot Rim Salt in Original or Bacon adds the finishing touch and much-needed wow factor.
If your Bloody Mary mix isn’t multitasking
Get yourself a seasoning that doesn’t stop at drinks. Demitri’s Seasonings work overtime in the kitchen—meat marinades, dressings, sauces, soups, and beyond. The perfect blend of spices translates to perfect seasoning for whatever you’re making, from grilled chicken thighs to skirt steak tacos.
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So, what’s stopping you from making top-notch Bloodys at home? Now that you know what not to do, you’re ready to make ultimate Bloody Marys whenever the mood strikes. Stock up on your favorite flavors and extras, and you’re good to go!
