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Carrot Bloody Mary

Mar 19, 2020 · 4 Comments

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Carrot Juice Bloody Mary in a highball glass with ice, a salted rim and a celery stick and salami and feta garnish in it
Carrot Juice Bloody Mary in a highball glass with ice, a salted rim and a celery stick and salami and feta garnish in it

This Carrot Bloody Mary is a bold update of a beloved classic, the Bloody Mary. It’s a carrot juice cocktail recipe with vibrant color and zesty flavor.

It’s easy to make just one or a big batch for a crowd. So why not upgrade your usual brunch with something even Bloody Mary haters will love?

(This recipe was originally published March 19, 2020. Pictures were updated March 28, 2022.)

a carrot juice cocktail made with vodka and bloody mary seasonings in a highball glass

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Why carrot juice in a bloody mary?

Look, I’m Italian. I like pasta sauce. I like pizza sauce. I like tomatoes in chili. But those are tomatoes with/on other foods. Tomato soup? No thank you. It’s like sipping marinara. And drinking tomato juice is like drinking watered down…marinara.

But I like the idea of a Bloody Mary. Mimosas have their place on the brunch table, but a savory, spiky, boozy cocktail with allll the garnishes? Sounds great!

Minus the tomato juice.

I just needed to come up with a Bloody Mary recipe with a twist. So somehow it just clicked – why not try carrot juice? It’s slightly sweet but still savory so it would take well to other ingredients, like hot sauce, horseradish and Worcestershire.

So I tried it and loved it! Bold, kicky flavor with vibrant color? Yes, please.

It provides a refreshingly zippy high-five to your mouth that’s perfect in the morning (or any time of day, really).

It works equally well with vodka or tequila.

And yes, using an orange-colored juice means it’s not red, so it’s not really a “bloody” Mary. My boyfriend suggested Beta Mary for all the beta carotene in carrots but it also kinda sounds like test version of some new humanoid robot.

And sure, I could’ve gone with Bunny Mary but also, no…no I couldn’t.

So Carrot Bloody Mary it is.

What you need

It’s pretty simple! If you’re making just one or two, you’ll need:

  • a sturdy cocktail shaker with a seal (the seal is crucial for any cocktail mixing)
  • highball glasses
  • if you’re making enough for a crowd, you’ll need a large serving pitcher.

As for the ingredients for 1 drink:

  • 4 oz. carrot juice
  • 2 oz. vodka or tequila
  • 2 teaspoons lemon or lime juice
  • 2 dashes Worcestershire sauce (see notes below for Paleo/vegan option)
  • 2 dashes hot sauce (I use Frank’s original)
  • 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • celery sticks for garnish
  • optional add-ins:
    • 1/2 teaspoon prepared horseradish
    • 1/8 teaspoon celery seed
    • pinch of ground cumin
    • pinch of cayenne powder

And honestly, for the lemon or lime juice, bottled is fine. Sure, fresh probably tastes better but I don’t think it’s necessary here. But when I use bottled citrus juice, I aim for organic in a glass bottle like this lemon or this lime juice as opposed to some kinds that have added ingredients and are packaged in plastic.

How to make this Carrot Bloody Mary

  • For 1 drink: Add all the ingredients you’re using to a cocktail shaker. Fill halfway with ice and shake until cold and the ingredients have blended, about 30 seconds. Fill a highball glass with ice, strain in the Carrot Bloody Mary and garnish with a celery stick.
  • For 8 drinks: fill a pitcher with 1 quart (32 oz.) carrot juice, 2 cups (16 oz.) vodka or clear tequila, 3 tbsp. + 1 tsp. lemon or lime juice, 1 tsp. fine sea salt, 1/2 tsp. each Worcestershire, hot sauce and freshly ground black pepper. (If using the optional ingredients: 4 tsp. horseradish, 1 tsp. celery seed and 1/4 tsp. cayenne.) Stir until salt has dissolved. Taste and adjust seasonings. Fill 8 highball glasses with ice, pour in the drink and garnish with celery sticks.
an overhead shot of a carrot vodka cocktail with a salted rim, a celery stick garnish and a toothpick with salami on it

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can I use tomato juice?

Yep. This recipe is very similar to the traditional Bloody Mary recipe, so if you want to make it 100% traditional, using tomato juice is fine.

Can I make this Carrot Bloody Mary vegan?

Worcestershire sauce contains anchovies (which I love, but a no-go for vegans). So coconut aminos is a good substitute. It’s coconut sap reduced down until it’s dark and thick with a savory umami flavor.

Can I make this Carrot Bloody Mary Paleo?

Worcestershire sauce contains sugar (not a big deal, but not Paleo). So coconut aminos is a good substitute. It’s coconut sap reduced down until it’s dark and thick with a savory umami flavor.

Other recipes you might like:

  1. Limoncello Spritz
  2. Negroni Spagliato
  3. Pomegranate Old-Fashioned
  4. Sparkling Winter Sangria
a carrot juice cocktail made with vodka and bloody mary seasonings in a highball glass

Carrot Bloody Mary

Don Baiocchi
This bold and vibrant update of the classic Bloody Mary is the perfect way to upgrade your brunch or any party! Plus it's easy to customize the exact way you want it.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 2 minutes mins
Cook Time 0 minutes mins
Total Time 2 minutes mins
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 1 drink
Calories 183 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 oz. carrot juice
  • 2 oz. vodka or clear tequila
  • 2 teasoons lemon or lime juice
  • ⅛ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 2 dashes Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 dashes hot sauce
  • 2-3 grinds freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon prepared horseradish (optional)
  • ⅛ teaspoon celery seed (optional)
  • pinch of cayenne (optional)
  • 1 celery stick, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • For 1 drink: Add all the ingredients you're using to a cocktail shaker. Fill halfway with ice and shake until cold and the ingredients have blended, about 30 seconds. Fill a highball glass with ice, strain in the Carrot Bloody Mary and garnish with a celery stick.
  • For 8 drinks: fill a pitcher with 1 quart (32 oz.) carrot juice, 2 cups (16 oz.) vodka or clear tequila, 3 tbsp. + 1 tsp. lemon or lime juice, 1 tsp. fine sea salt, ½ tsp. each Worcestershire, hot sauce and freshly ground black pepper. (If using the optional ingredients: 4 tsp. horseradish, 1 tsp. celery seed and ¼ tsp. cayenne.) Stir until salt has dissolved. Taste and adjust seasonings. Fill 8 highball glasses with ice, pour in the drink and garnish with celery sticks.

Notes

If vegan or strict Paleo, substitute coconut aminos for the Worcestershire sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 183kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.02gSodium: 398mgPotassium: 377mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 21699IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 39mgIron: 1mg
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  1. Britt D says

    April 4, 2025 at 11:13 am

    5 stars
    I’m excited to try. I have severe celiacs and I’m currently on the AIP diet and I unfortunately love bloody Mary’s so I’m missing them badly. Trying this today!

    Reply
    • Paleo Gluten Free Guy says

      April 10, 2025 at 4:20 pm

      Good to know it’s a good AIP alternative. I hope you like it!

      Reply
  2. Stacey Crawford says

    March 25, 2020 at 1:36 pm

    5 stars
    I love this idea to add carrot juice to a Bloody Mary! I’m going to make this and just add a little more hot sauce because I’m an extra spicy girl 🙂

    Reply
    • Paleo Gluten Free Guy says

      March 25, 2020 at 4:35 pm

      That sounds great!

      Reply
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