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    January 19, 2014

    Bacon Jalapeno Bloody Mary

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    Cocktail Day

     

    Welcome to Cocktail Day, a multi-blogger event co-hosted by Kim of Cravings of a Lunatic, Liz of That Skinny Chick Can Bake, and Donna of Cookistry. We are raising our glasses to toast you all with some unique and delicious cocktails and mocktails in anticipation of the Big Game and Valentine’s Day. Be sure to bookmark or pin these creative beverages for your next gathering. We hope you enjoy this marvelous event and the incredible giveaways from our generous sponsors. Cheers!

    Until a few week ago I had never heard of bacon infused vodka, but the first time I did I knew I had to make it, have it, put in in a Bloody Mary!! I love Bloody Mary's but I'm particular with them, they have to be just right. Spicy, but not too spicy, not too much Worcestershire sauce but enough, enough pepper that I can taste it, and celery salt, not celery seed, in it! My friend Annmarie used to make the best Bloody Mary's back when she tended bar at the place across the street from our old house. Unfortunately I don't get to see her that often anymore, and I miss her (and her Bloody Mary's). I occasionally make my own, but this, this is the best Bloody Mary I ever made! I think it even surpasses her's (SHH!).

    I'm going to be honest and tell you I bought a bacon infused vodka, but both my husband and myself thought it could have more bacon flavor, and I wanted to put jalapeno in it anyway, so yes, I bacon and jalapeno infused my already bacon infused vodka. Don't do that, the bacon infused vodka costs too much, just use plain vodka and infuse from there!

    Be sure to read on after the recipe because we are giving away some great things to help you out with your next cocktail party thanks to our awesome sponsors!

    Bacon Jalapeno Bloody Mary

     

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    5 from 1 vote

    #CocktailDay Bacon Jalapeno Bloody Mary

    Bacon and jalapeno infused vodka make up this Bloody Mary perfect for a get together or a weekend morning!
    Prep Time2 days d
    Total Time2 days d
    Course: Cocktail
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 1511kcal
    Author: Bernadette

    Ingredients

    • For the bacon/jalapeno infused vodka:
    • 2 cups good quality vodka
    • 4 slices crispy cooked hardwood smoked bacon
    • 1 jalapeno steam removed, sliced in half length-wise, then sliced into half rings
    • For the Bacon Jalapeno Bloody Mary:
    • 1 ounce bacon/jalapeno infused vodka
    • 5 ounces tomato juice
    • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper
    • splash lemon juice
    • a few dashes celery salt about 3
    • dash garlic powder optional
    • dash bacon flavored salt optional
    • Garnishes: A slice cooked bacon celery, scallion, slice of lemon (optional)

    Instructions

    • For the bacon/jalapeno infused vodka:
    • In a clean jar with a lid that seals tight combine vodka, cooked bacon, sliced jalapeno with the seeds ( you can leave some or all of the seeds out if you want a milder vodka). Cover and let sit for 24 hours in a cool, dark place (not in the refrigerator). Don't worry, the alcohol in the vodka keeps the bacon safe!
    • After 24 hours, run the vodka mixture through a coffee filter into a clean container. Refrigerate for 24 hours, remove any excess bacon grease from the top of the vodka with a spoon. Now it's ready for your Bloody Mary's! Keep unused infused vodka in the refrigerator and use within 1 week.
    • For the Bacon Jalapeno Bloody Mary's:
    • Put all ingredients except the garnishes in a shaker. Fill a 16 ounce glass with ice almost to the top. Shake the mixture, and pour into glass. Garnish with desired garnishes.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 1511kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 58mg | Sodium: 660mg | Potassium: 546mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 790IU | Vitamin C: 42.6mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1.3mg

     

     

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    1. Dionne Baldwin says

      January 26, 2014 at 2:42 pm

      That bacon infused vodka sounds GOOD. Really good. I've never had a bloody mary but I would love it, spicyness and all!

      Reply
      • Bernadette says

        January 27, 2014 at 1:41 am

        I'm so sad to hear you have never had one! You have to remedy that! 🙂

        Reply
    2. Janice says

      January 25, 2014 at 9:55 pm

      My favorite would be a good bloody mary

      Reply
    3. Donna Currie says

      January 24, 2014 at 12:23 am

      Aw, too bad I'm looking at this now .., it would have been PERFECT with dinner tonight. I guess I'll have to wait until I pull out the leftovers tomorrow, huh?

      Reply
      • Bernadette says

        January 24, 2014 at 1:25 am

        Who needs leftovers, just make it! 🙂

        Reply
    4. Andrea {From the Bookshelf} says

      January 21, 2014 at 9:57 am

      Bloody Mary's are already my fav brunch drink, now you've gone and added bacon and jalapeno - YUM!

      Reply
    5. Judy Bennett says

      January 21, 2014 at 12:34 am

      I want to play next time! I have some jaw-dropping Bloody Marys for you to try.

      Reply
      • Bernadette says

        January 21, 2014 at 1:05 am

        Absolutely! Get in touch with Kim ( I linked to her website in the post above) and if you're a food blogger I'm sure she would be happy to have you join us next time 🙂

        Reply
    6. Anita at Hungry Couple says

      January 20, 2014 at 7:40 pm

      How can you go wrong when there's bacon in your cocktail? 🙂

      Reply
      • Bernadette says

        January 21, 2014 at 1:06 am

        I'm almost positive you can't 😉

        Reply
    7. Liz says

      January 20, 2014 at 6:15 pm

      Way to kick up an ordinary Bloody Mary a notch or two! What a terrific cocktail!!

      Reply
      • Bernadette says

        January 20, 2014 at 6:16 pm

        Thanks Liz!

        Reply
    8. veronica gantley says

      January 20, 2014 at 11:39 am

      You had me at bacon.

      Reply
    9. Isabelle @ Crumb says

      January 19, 2014 at 10:37 pm

      Oh yum... you totally had me at bacon! 🙂 This sounds like the perfect thing to serve with huevos rancheros for a spicy brunch.

      Reply
    10. Betsy | JavaCupcake.com says

      January 19, 2014 at 2:51 pm

      Such an interesting combination of flavors!! Bacon makes everything better!

      Reply
    11. Christy says

      January 19, 2014 at 2:23 pm

      Great cocktail! Perfect for weekend brunches.

      Reply
    12. Tara says

      January 19, 2014 at 1:57 pm

      5 stars
      That cocktail has me written all over it!!! I am drooling!!

      Reply
    13. Kelly @ Kelly Bakes says

      January 19, 2014 at 12:28 pm

      I was never really a fan of bloody marys until a year or two ago when a friend made me one of her signature bloodies. Since then, I can think of no better brunch cocktail... except a bloody mary with bacon, like yours!

      Reply
      • Bernadette says

        January 19, 2014 at 12:39 pm

        It's truly amazing, makes me miss my friend just a little less 🙂

        Reply
    14. Kim Beauleu says

      January 19, 2014 at 12:01 pm

      Dang girl, you brought your a-game. Thanks for joining us today. xx

      Reply
      • Bernadette says

        January 19, 2014 at 12:38 pm

        Thanks Kim! It was fun!

        Reply
    15. libby says

      January 19, 2014 at 11:52 am

      Mai Tai for me

      Reply
    16. Sandy Headtke says

      January 19, 2014 at 9:53 am

      My favorite is a strawberry margarita

      Reply
    17. Franky says

      January 19, 2014 at 9:43 am

      omigosh - Bacon! HAVE to try this!

      Reply
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