A pickle Bloody Mary shot is a fun and flavorful twist on the classic Bloody Mary cocktail, perfect for brunch or as a party appetizer. Here’s a simple recipe to make these delicious shots:
Pickle Bloody Mary Shot Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 ounce vodka
- 2 ounces pickle juice (from your favorite pickles)
- 2 ounces tomato juice
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon celery salt (optional)
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- Pickle spears or slices (for garnish)
- Celery sticks (optional, for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
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Prepare the Shot Glasses:
- If desired, rim the shot glasses with celery salt by rubbing a lemon wedge around the rim and then dipping it into a plate of celery salt.
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Mix the Ingredients:
- In a shaker or a mixing glass, combine the vodka, pickle juice, tomato juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, celery salt (if using), and black pepper.
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Shake:
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake gently to combine the ingredients. You want to chill the mixture without over-diluting it.
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Strain and Serve:
- Strain the mixture into shot glasses, filling each about three-quarters full.
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Garnish:
- Garnish each shot with a pickle spear or slice. You can also add a small celery stick or a lemon wedge for extra flair.
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Enjoy:
- Serve immediately and enjoy your pickle Bloody Mary shots!
Tips:
- Adjust the level of hot sauce and Worcestershire sauce to suit your taste preferences.
- For a fun twist, you can add a splash of pickle brine or a dash of smoked paprika for extra flavor.
- These shots can be made in larger batches for parties; just multiply the ingredients accordingly.
Enjoy your zesty and savory pickle Bloody Mary shots!