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Virgin Bloody Mary

The Quirky Foodster Team

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Highball or pint glass
Glass
Celery stalk, lemon wedge
Garnish

Ingredients

  • Tomato juice — 180 ml (6 oz)
  • Fresh lemon juice — 15 ml (1/2 oz)
  • Worcestershire sauce — 2-3 dashes
  • Hot sauce — 2-3 dashes
  • Salt and black pepper — to taste

Method

  1. Add all ingredients to a shaker or mixing glass with ice.
  2. Roll or stir gently to combine.
  3. Strain over fresh ice in a highball glass.
  4. Garnish generously with celery and lemon.

Description: A savory, spiced tomato mocktail keeping all the Bloody Mary's bold seasoning without the vodka.

Cultural Background: A natural alcohol-free adaptation of the classic, common on brunch menus for designated drivers and non-drinkers alike.

Tips: Rolling the mix gently avoids over-foaming the tomato juice.

Variations: Garnish elaborately — pickles, olives and celery are all traditional additions.

Serving Suggestion: Serve over ice as a savory brunch option.

Nutrition: Approx. 60 kcal per serving

FAQs:

Q: Does it taste like a real Bloody Mary?
A: Very close — the vodka in a Bloody Mary is mostly neutral in flavor, so the seasoning carries most of the drink's character either way.