How To Make a Bloody Mary

Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from Tamara and more videos in the Mixed Drinks category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com According to one strain of cocktail lore, the Bloody Mary was named after Queen Mary I, who required this spicy combination of vodka and tomato juice to soothe her nerves after a hard day of signing death sentences. Enjoy! To complete this How-To you will need: Ice A highball glass A measuring jigger A cocktail shaker A strainer 1 1/2 oz. vodka 3 oz. tomato juice A dash of fresh lemon juice 1/2 oz. Worcester sauce A dash of hot sauce A pinch of black pepper A pinch of celery salt 1 lime wedge A celery stick A pinch of horseradish Step 1: Scoop ice Scoop ice into the cocktail shaker. Step 2: Pour vodka, tomato juice, & lemon juice Pour in the vodka, tomato juice, and lemon juice. Step 3: Add Worcester & hot sauce, then celery & pepper Next add the Worcester and hot sauce, then the celery salt and black pepper. Step 4: Add celery salt. Sprinkle in a pinch of celery salt. Tip: If you're looking for some real kick, add a pinch or two of horseradish to the mix. Step 5: Shake Shake vigorously for 5 seconds. Step 6: Fill glass with ice Fill the highball glass about halfway with ice. Step 7: Strain & add lime Strain the drink into the highball ...