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Halloween Bloody Mary

This spooky cocktail features a spicy tomato base infused with smoky and horseradish notes, poured into a glass rimmed with seasoned salt for a vibrant red appearance. The final drink has a thick, textured consistency with garnishes like celery and olives carved to resemble eyes, creating a haunting visual effect.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups tomato juice preferably chilled
  • 1.5 oz vodka optional
  • 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce adds depth of flavor
  • 0.5 tsp hot sauce adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Horseradish for spicy kick
  • 1 pinch smoked paprika for smoky flavor
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper seasoning for rim and taste
  • Celery stalks garnish carved into creepy shapes
  • Green olives garnish carved to look like eyes

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Glassware
  • Bartender’s spoon

Method
 

  1. Rim each glass with lemon juice and then dip into a mixture of seasoned salt and smoked paprika to create a vibrant, spooky border.
  2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the tomato juice, vodka (if using), Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, horseradish, and a pinch of smoked paprika. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously until well chilled and slightly frothy.
  3. Strain the mixture into the prepared glasses, pouring slowly to maintain the vibrant red hue and thick texture.
  4. Carve small shapes from celery stalks and green olives to resemble tiny eyeballs and creepy figures. Drop them into each drink as haunting garnishes.
  5. Arrange additional garnishes like celery stalks or more olives around the rim for extra spooky flair. Serve immediately for the best visual impact and flavor.

Notes

For an extra creepy touch, use red food coloring or beet juice to deepen the blood-red color. Be creative with garnishes—think tiny skulls or spider-shaped olives for a truly haunting presentation.