A sparkling mint lime drink with ice and fresh mint

Drink

Minty Virgin Bloody Mary

A zero-proof tomato drink with horseradish, lemon, celery salt, and mint.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups chilled tomato juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
  • 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon celery salt
  • 4 dashes hot sauce
  • 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves
  • Ice, celery, and lemon wedges

Method

  1. Stir tomato juice, lemon juice, horseradish, Worcestershire, celery salt, and hot sauce.
  2. Lightly bruise half the mint and stir it into the tomato mixture.
  3. Let stand for 5 minutes, then strain if desired.
  4. Pour over ice.
  5. Garnish with celery, lemon, and the remaining mint.

Fresh Mint Tip

Use mint as you would celery leaves here: aromatic, green, and slightly peppery.