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Best Bloody Mary Mix Recipe

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I picked up this recipe many years ago from a bartender friend who was renowned for his Bloody Marys. I think the beef bouillon gives it an added dimension in flavor. It's still the best I've ever had, and it is also a great addition to soups and even as a non-alcoholic refreshing drink -- better than V-8 or that Mr. and Mrs. commercial product. This recipe makes a gallon. Once you taste it, you'll probably enjoy it even without any alcohol.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 2 (46 ounces) cans tomato juice
  • 1 (10 ounce) can beef bouillon
  • 1 teaspoon coarsely-ground fresh black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon celery salt
  • 1 teaspoon Accent seasoning (MSG), optional
  • 4 ounces lemon juice
  • 1 (5 ounce) bottle Lea & Perrins Worcestershire sauce
  • Tabasco sauce to taste (for heat)

Preparation:

Combine tomato juice, beef bouillon, pepper, celery salt, Accent (if using), lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and Tabasco sauce. Mix thoroughly. Refrigerate.

Yield: 1 gallon

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The best Bloody Mary I have ever had and...May 21, 2009By kyianababe
"I haven't even put vodka in it yet - it is doing the refrigeration part right now and I had a taste. I didn't realize until after I made it, that I used what I bought and I shorted on the tomato juice - 64 oz instead of the 92 oz. It is still great and I would have this instead of the V-8 I have every day. I did add horseradish for a little kick which for me adds more of a kick than the tobasco did - which I will still put in. I think I will not increase to the 92 oz because I like the full flavor. Thanks for the great recipe. Can't wait for tomorrow night to put vodka iin."

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