Making restaurant-quality Bloody Marys at home can be frustrating… no matter how much tinkering you do, you just can’t seem to get the flavor right. That’s why Demitri created his foolproof recipe so that you can make a high-quality Bloody Mary anytime. Keep reading for common missteps and tips for a perfectly balanced Bloody Mary!
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Why don’t my homemade Bloody Marys taste as good as they do at brunch?
If your Bloody Mary tastes off, there are a few potential issues at play. Here are some things to look out for to make a better Bloody Mary at home:
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Your Bloody Mary mix or seasoning: This is the foundation of your drink, and it’s also the most likely to go awry. Many grocery store mixes are too bland, too salty, or too watery—and a good Bloody Mary relies on balance. You want spice, but you don’t want the heat to overpower the complex flavors from the Worcestershire sauce, horseradish, or tomato juice. How to fix it: Skip the uncertainty and use Demitri’s Bloody Mary Seasonings. It’s a surefire way to get the right balance of ingredients without the grunt work of measuring each one.
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Your tomato juice: If you grab any old tomato juice off the shelf, you might end up with one that’s sugary or too thin for a robust Bloody Mary. How to fix it: Look for unsweetened 100% tomato juice for an ideal base.
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Your liquor: While vodka is the traditional choice for a Bloody Mary, gin or tequila also make great alternatives. Whatever liquor you’re using, if it’s low quality, you’ll taste the difference in your glass. How to fix it: Go for a high-quality liquor that adds to the flavor profile rather than distracting from it. We love Ketel One for premium-tasting Bloody Marys.
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Your prep method: If you’re making your Bloody Mary like it’s a margarita, please put the shaker down. Shaking a Bloody Mary introduces air into your drink, adding a foam on the top layer when you really want a smooth, thick texture throughout. How to fix it: Gently roll your ingredients between two shaker-cans—the key word is gently. Rolling the liquid back and forth ensures that ingredients are combined without agitating them.
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How can I make a restaurant-style Bloody Mary at home?
To make a homemade Bloody Mary taste as good as at your go-to brunch spot, you’ll want to use a solid base from Demitri’s Bloody Mary Seasoning, thoughtfully chosen garnish, and a salt rim for the finishing touch.
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Demitri’s Bloody Mary Seasonings: Loved by bartenders and home Bloody Mary makers alike, Demitri’s Bloody Mary Seasonings are the award-winning way to make a stellar Bloody Mary. Bartenders use it for consistent, great-tasting Bloody Marys that they can make in seconds—crucial during the brunch rush. Home mixologists love that it’s an easy way to explore creative Bloody Marys. The flavor line-up features Classic Recipe, Chilies & Peppers, Extra Horseradish, and Chipotle Habanero, so there’s a Bloody Mary for every palate, from traditional to extra spicy.
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The garnish: Presentation matters! Restaurants often serve Bloody Marys with fresh, simple garnish so that the drink stands out: celery, olives, and lemon. You might also be a fan of the outrageous Bloody Mary garnishes, from sliders to mini donuts. Bring the same creativity to your own kitchen and replicate how your favorite brunch spot does it. For more inspiration, check out Demitri’s compilation of classic and bold Bloody Mary garnishes.
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The salt rim: Think of the salt rim as the bow on a present or the cherry on a sundae. Sure, you can go without, but it takes away the pizzazz. And restaurant Bloody Marys know how to bring the pizzazz. Finish your Bloody Mary like the pros do with Demitri’s Rimshot Salt Rimmer. It’s the easiest way to get that perfect bar-quality touch at home. Demitri’s Original Rimshot combines Hawaiian sea salts, smoked salts, pepper, and celery seed for an elevated take on a plain kosher salt rim. Demitri’s Bacon Rimshot brings extra aroma and flavor—the perfect match to a well-seasoned Bloody Mary.
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Why do my batches of Bloody Marys taste off?
Making Bloody Marys for a big group can be extra difficult, especially when you’re serving people with different taste preferences. Here’s how you do it in a snap:
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Use a high-quality, easily adjustable Bloody Mary mix: Demitri’s Bloody Mary Seasonings are perfect for one or for many. The standard recipe for one Bloody Mary is:
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6-8 ounces tomato juice
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1-2 teaspoons Demitri’s Bloody Mary Seasoning
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2 ounces quality vodka
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Scale the recipe: Using this formula, you can easily scale the recipe to serve as many people as needed. For very large groups, use an online calculator to convert teaspoons to ounces as needed.
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Give guests options: Bloody Marys are so simple to make with Demitri’s Seasonings that you can easily whip up a few pitchers using the different flavors or leaving one alcohol-free.
The secret to a perfect Bloody Mary at home
Ready to master your home Bloody Mary game? Stock up on your favorite Demitri’s Bloody Mary Seasoning and Rimshot Rim Salt—or grab them all in the Meet Demitri’s Kit. With Demitri’s in your home bar, you have the secret to perfect Bloody Marys whenever the mood strikes.
