A little reason to celebrate
National Bloody Mary Day
Drink ยท January 1
A day for the Bloody Mary, the savory tomato and vodka cocktail known for its spice, its celery stalk and its famously crowded garnishes.
National Bloody Mary Day falls on Friday, January 1, 2027. That is 66 days away.
The Bloody Mary is a cocktail built on tomato juice and vodka, seasoned until it tastes closer to a meal than a drink. Lemon or lime, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, horseradish, salt and black pepper are the usual company. It is served cold, often in a tall glass, with a stalk of celery standing up in it like a flag.
The flavor is savory, sour and a little sharp, which is why it turns up so often at brunch. It sits comfortably next to eggs, toast and anything fried. Some people like it mild and smooth. Others want enough horseradish to clear the sinuses.
Garnishes are where things get personal. Olives, pickles, lemon wedges and celery are common. Some bars add shrimp, bacon or cheese cubes on a skewer, and a few build towers of snacks that need their own plate. A rim of celery salt or seasoned salt is a familiar finishing touch.
The drink also has a well-known relative without alcohol, sometimes called a Virgin Mary, made with the same seasoned tomato base. It keeps all the spice and the celery, and it works just as well alongside a late breakfast.
Making one at home mostly comes down to tasting as you go. Tomato juice varies a lot from bottle to bottle, so the right amount of lemon and hot sauce changes each time, and a good pinch of pepper tends to pull it all together.
Ways to celebrate
- Mix a Bloody Mary at home and adjust the spice to taste.
- Try a Virgin Mary with the same seasonings and garnishes.
- Set out olives, pickles and celery for a small garnish bar.
- Compare two hot sauces or horseradish brands side by side.
- Rim a glass with celery salt before pouring.
Dates
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Thursday, January 1 |
| 2027 | Friday, January 1 |
| 2028 | Saturday, January 1 |
| 2029 | Monday, January 1 |
| 2030 | Tuesday, January 1 |
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