Smoked Tomato Pie Bloody Mary
A savory Bloody Mary featuring smoked tomato juice and a spicy herbaceous kick inspired by Italian tomato pies. This cocktails-inspired cocktails & drinks ready in about 7 minutes brings together vodka, smoked tomato juice, fresh lemon juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz vodka
- 4 oz smoked tomato juice
- 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 oz Worcestershire sauce
- 3 dashes hot sauce
- pinch celery salt
- pinch black pepper
- 1 fresh basil leaf
- 1 small mozzarella ball
- enough for glass ice cubes
Equipment for this recipe
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a tall Collins glass with ice cubes to chill.
- Step 2: In a mixing glass filled with ice, pour 1.5 oz vodka, 4 oz smoked tomato juice, and 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice.
- Step 3: Add 0.25 oz Worcestershire sauce, 3 dashes hot sauce, a pinch of celery salt, and a pinch of black pepper.
- Step 4: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to combine and chill without diluting too much.
- Step 5: Strain into the prepared Collins glass over fresh ice cubes.
- Step 6: Garnish by skewering a fresh basil leaf wrapped around a small mozzarella ball on a cocktail pick and rest it across the rim.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Smoked Tomato Pie Bloody Mary take to make?
Total time is about 7 minutes (7 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover Smoked Tomato Pie Bloody Mary?
Refrigerate any leftover smoked tomato pie bloody mary in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.
Can I substitute ingredients in Smoked Tomato Pie Bloody Mary?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Smoked Tomato Pie Bloody Mary for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Smoked Tomato Pie Bloody Mary?
Cocktails cocktails & drinks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
