Sun Prairie Spiced Tomato Cooler

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A savory tomato-based cocktail with smoky spices and fresh herbs, inspired by Sun Prairie's culinary scene. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together vodka, 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 120 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.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 120 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a tall glass with ice cubes to the top.
  2. Step 2: In a mixing glass, combine 1.5 oz vodka, 3 oz tomato juice, 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice, 2 dashes Worcestershire sauce, and 2 dashes hot sauce.
  3. Step 3: Add a pinch of celery salt and freshly ground black pepper, then stir gently for 15 seconds to combine.
  4. Step 4: Strain the mixture into the prepared tall glass over the ice.
  5. Step 5: Slap 1 fresh basil leaf between your palms to release aroma and place it inside the glass.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with 1 small celery stalk standing upright on the side of the glass.
  7. Step 7: Serve with a straw and enjoy the savory freshness.

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