10 Bloody Delicious Bloody Marys

Photo by: Kim Haasarud

Cucumber Basil Mary

1.5 oz savory vodka (i.e. Belvedere Bloody Mary Vodka, pepper vodka, etc.)
1 oz lemon juice
1 oz simple syrup
2 basil leaves
4-5 yellow cherry tomatoes
4-5 slices Japanese cucumber, chopped
2-3 turns of freshly cracked black pepper
Pinch of smoked paprika
Garnish: 3-4 slices of japanese cucumber, basil sprig
Salted rim (optional)

Directions: Combine

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Photo by: Kim Haasarud

Cucumber Basil Mary

1.5 oz savory vodka (i.e. Belvedere Bloody Mary Vodka, pepper vodka, etc.)
1 oz lemon juice
1 oz simple syrup
2 basil leaves
4-5 yellow cherry tomatoes
4-5 slices Japanese cucumber, chopped
2-3 turns of freshly cracked black pepper
Pinch of smoked paprika
Garnish: 3-4 slices of japanese cucumber, basil sprig
Salted rim (optional)

Directions: Combine tomatoes, cucumber, lemon juice, simple syrup and basil. Muddle. Add vodka. Top with ice and shake vigorously. Strain into a tall glass filled with ice. Garnish with basil sprig and another turn of black pepper.

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