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Bloody Mary

Bloody Mary suits someone looking for savory, spicy and tomato rather than a generic sweet cocktail. Its lean, light body makes it fairly approachable. Compared with Apple Martini, it leans toward a different balance. The savory character remains noticeable into the finish rather than disappearing after the first sip. If you want to compare it, look next at Apple Martini; for food, the catalogue starts with Brunch and Oysters.

SavorySpicyTomato
APPROX. ABV
12%
STRENGTH
2/5
DRINKABILITY
4/5

TASTE PROFILE

How it is likely to feel

Sweetness1
Bitterness0
Sourness1
Strength2
Body2
Drinkability4
Fruity0
Herbal1
Smoky0

CLASSIC STRUCTURE

What is usually in it

50 ml Vodka

25 ml Modifier

Method
Stir with ice and strain.
Glass
Coupe
Garnish
Classic garnish
Recipes and serving sizes vary by bar. ABV is an approximate guide.

PAIRING DIRECTIONS

Useful places to start

01Brunch
02Oysters

Pairing suggestions are directions, not fixed rules. Sauce, seasoning and serving temperature can change the result.

UNDERSTAND THE STYLE

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Cocktail basicsHow to choose a cocktail when the menu tells you almost nothing→Cocktail basicsCocktail families, made useful rather than complicated→TasteSweet, sour, bitter and strong are not the same question→

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