Bloody Maria

Tucson, AZ

My all time favorite cocktail, the Bloody Mary, just took a southwestern vacation!  Hola, Bloody Maria!

RVegan Bloody Maria

Bloody Maria mix

serves 4

32oz tomato juice (I use Knudson organic tomato juice, it's the best!)

2 Tbsp grated fresh horseradish

¼ cup worcestershire (I use Whole Foods brand, its vegan & organic.  Always check labels)

½ tsp habanero hot sauce (Spicy Hot! Substitute with any hot sauce of your choice, or omit for mild)

½ tsp ground chipotle powder (Spicy! Omit for mild)

½ tsp onion powder

1 Tbsp BBQ sauce OR 1 tsp liquid smoke

Juice of 1 lime + more for garnish

salt & pepper to taste

Combine and mix well.

4 shots Tequila

Fill 4 glasses with ice.  1 shot of tequila each glass.  Pour Bloody Maria mix over iced tequila.  Stir.  Garnish with a wedge of lime, olives, hot peppers, cilantro, or all of the above!