Southwestern Bloody Mary Recipe

Ignite your taste buds with this Southwestern Bloody Mary! A fiery twist on the classic, this recipe infuses chipotle peppers for a smoky, spicy kick. Inspired by Bon Appétit's June 1999 issue, this vibrant cocktail is perfect for brunch, parties, or a relaxing evening. Easily customizable with your favorite garnishes, it's a must-try for chili lovers and Bloody Mary enthusiasts alike! #bloodymary #southwestern #spicy #cocktail #recipe #bonappetit #mexicanfood #chipotle

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 130 mins
Calories 87.9 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Southwestern Bloody Mary

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How to Make Southwestern Bloody Mary

  1. In a large pitcher, combine 4 cups of tomato juice, 1 cup of orange juice, 2 tablespoons of lime juice, 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon of hot sauce, 1/2 teaspoon of celery salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
  2. Finely mince 1-2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (adjust to your spice preference). Add the minced chipotle peppers and 1-2 tablespoons of the adobo sauce to the pitcher (start with 1 tablespoon and add more for extra heat). Stir well.
  3. Refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
  4. Before serving, gently stir in 1 1/2 cups of vodka.
  5. Fill highball glasses with ice.
  6. Pour the Bloody Mary mixture over the ice.
  7. Garnish generously with celery stalks, lime wedges, and additional chipotle peppers (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

16g

Fat

0g

Carbs

2g