National Bloody Mary Day

National Bloody Mary Day is an adult holiday dedicated to a delicious cocktail consisting mainly of vodka and tomato juice. Due to its great popularity, the drink is served at parties, delighting guests with its bright taste. Enthusiasts share that they never have a headache in the morning. What about you?

History

There are many versions of the cocktail’s origin, but the most popular one involves the English princess Mary Tudor, who lived a gloomy and eventful life. She ruthlessly executed Protestants, adored the color red, and was madly in love with her husband. Another simpler legend takes us into the walls of a Parisian bar. In 1921, a smart bartender mixed the ingredients and offered the invention to the guests.

Over the years, the recipe has evolved: lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, pepper, and oyster juice have been added to the cocktail. Sometimes there is celery in the composition: once, a bartender saw a guest stirring the cocktail with a stalk and decided to try the same. He appreciated the taste, as did everyone who tried the drink in its modified version. Today, there are a huge number of different recipes – it is simply impossible to keep track of them all! Try to explore them on National Bloody Mary Day.

Interesting Facts

Did you know:

• The 35th President of the United States, John Kennedy, was very fond of the cocktail;
• There are several ways to serve it: the components can be mixed into a homogeneous mass or remain two-layered. The second type looks more advantageous in terms of aesthetics. It is not necessary to drink only vodka or juice – this is perfectly regulated by using two straws;
• The recipe was first published in the New York Herald Tribune;
• Another version of the origin of the name: the American writer Ernest Hemingway often came home drunk, which his wife disliked. Perhaps he coined the term in honor of his wife.

How to Celebrate

On National Bloody Mary Day, visit your favorite pub and order a cocktail. It’s time to relax and enjoy its taste. Invite your friends to share the evening with you, have fun, and celebrate the holiday.

When is National Bloody Mary Day in 2025?

National Bloody Mary Day is dedicated to celebrating success. It has always been observed annually on January 1st.

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