The Bloody Halfback
Introducing "The Bloody Halfback," the ultimate game-day twist on the classic Bloody Mary. Packed with bold flavors and a hearty garnish lineup, this cocktail takes brunch or tailgating to the next level. A perfect blend of vodka, tangy tomato juice, zesty lemon, and a fiery kick from Worcestershire and hot sauce is balanced by a pinch of celery salt, black pepper, and a touch of horseradish for that signature bite. Served over ice and topped with show-stopping garnishes—a crisp celery stalk, a juicy pepperoncini, a zesty lemon wedge, and a savory strip of cooked bacon—this cocktail is as visually impressive as it is delicious. Whip it up in just 5 minutes and enjoy a drink that's destined to impress your guests or elevate your solo relaxation. Perfect for cocktail lovers seeking a bold and satisfying sip!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- 4 oz tomato juice
- 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
- 4 dashes Worcestershire sauce
- 3 dashes hot sauce
- 1 pinch celery salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 0.25 tsp horseradish
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 celery stalk
- 1 lemon wedge
- 1 pepperoncini
- 1 cooked bacon strip
Instructions
In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, tomato juice, fresh lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, celery salt, black pepper, and horseradish.
Add a generous handful of ice cubes to the shaker.
Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well mixed and chilled.
Fill a tall glass (such as a highball or pint glass) with fresh ice cubes.
Strain the shaken mixture into the prepared glass over the ice.
Garnish your cocktail with a celery stalk, a lemon wedge, a pepperoncini, and a cooked bacon strip balanced on the rim.
Serve immediately and enjoy your 'Bloody Halfback'!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
211 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.7 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 9 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 697 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.9 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.0 g | ||
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 496 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
