Bloody Mary
The savory brunch classic: vodka lengthened with tomato juice, citrus, and a spice backbone. The large juice volume dominates the build, so batch math centers on holding the vodka-to-mix ratio steady across a big pitcher.
Ingredients
| Vodka | 1.5 oz |
| Tomato juice | 3 oz |
| Lemon juice | 0.5 oz |
| Worcestershire sauce | 0.25 oz |
| Hot sauce | 0.1 oz |
| Total volume | 5.35 oz |
Garnish: Celery stalk and lemon wedge
Tip: change “Make” to scale the recipe, or switch units for the metric world.
How to make it
Built in the glass · Medium · about 2 minutes
- 1
Add the vodka, tomato juice, lemon juice, worcestershire sauce and hot sauce to the highball glass and fill with ice.
- 2
Stir gently to combine.
- 3
Garnish with celery stalk and lemon wedge.
Tools you'll need
Making a batch for a party?
Here's a pre-calculated batch of 12 with 0% dilution water built in. Scale to any number with the batch calculator →
| Ingredient | × 12 | Bottles |
|---|---|---|
| Vodka | 18.0 oz | 1 |
| Tomato juice | 36.0 oz | 2 |
| Lemon juice | 6.0 oz | 1 |
| Worcestershire sauce | 3.0 oz | 1 |
| Hot sauce | 1.2 oz | 1 |
BatchPour tools produce estimates for planning purposes only. Actual dilution, ABV, and ingredient yields vary by technique, ice temperature, and produce. Always taste and adjust. Drink responsibly.
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Bloody Mary FAQ
What's in a Bloody Mary?
A classic Bloody Mary is made with vodka, tomato juice, lemon juice, worcestershire sauce, hot sauce. It's built in the glass and served in a highball glass.
What is the ABV of a Bloody Mary?
A classic Bloody Mary is approximately 11.2% ABV — about 1.00 US standard drinks per serving once you account for dilution.
Should I shake or stir a Bloody Mary?
Neither — the Bloody Mary is built right in the glass, so no shaker or mixing glass is needed.
How do I batch Bloody Marys for a party?
Scale every ingredient by your guest count, then add no dilution water (built drinks dilute in the glass). The BatchPour batch calculator does the math for any number.