Mike Garten
It s said that the first Bloody Mary was served by the bartender at the King Cole Bar in New York s St. Regis Hotel as early as 1934. With a base of tomato juice and full-flavor Bloody Mary ingredients, this classic cocktail is an excellent addition to any brunch recipe, sure to turn your favorite weekend meal into a party.
So how do you make one? Here s the secret: our perfect Bloody Mary recipe stars really simple and delicious ingredients. You won t find any Bloody Mary mix here. Instead, we start with tomato juice and rev up the flavor with fresh horseradish, celery seed, a dash of hot sauce and plenty of lemon juice. Another special addition: pepperoncini brine for a salty and slightly spicy bite.