Red Eye Red Beer Recipe

Experience the ultimate South Dakota refreshment with this easy Red Eye Red Beer recipe! A surprisingly versatile concoction, it's traditionally made with light beers like Bud Light, Coors Light, Miller Light, Old Style, or Natural Light. This simple recipe delivers a crisp, refreshing taste in just minutes. Enjoy it straight up, elevate it with a splash of olive juice for a 'poor man's martini' twist, or add a dash of Tabasco for a spicy kick. Perfect for a quick happy hour or casual get-together!

Prep Time 3 mins
Cook Time 3 mins
Calories 163.2 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (7 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Red Eye Red Beer

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How to Make Red Eye Red Beer

  1. Chill a tall mug in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before starting.
  2. Pour 4 ounces of tomato juice into the chilled mug.
  3. Add 12 ounces of your favorite light beer (Bud Light, Coors Light, Miller Lite, etc.).
  4. Add a pinch of salt (approximately 1/8 teaspoon).
  5. Add a twist of lime (about 1/4 of a lime, juiced).
  6. Stir gently.
  7. Garnish with 2-3 olives and serve immediately. Optional: Add a dash (1/8 teaspoon) of Tabasco sauce for extra spice or 1 ounce of olive juice for a 'poor man's martini' variation.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

0g

Carbs

5g