Bloody Mary

A weekday cocktail is a rare splurge in our house.  But, we both recently fell in love with these jalapeño stuffed green olives from Trader Joe’s.  This cocktail makes perfect use of them.

Bloody Mary
makes 2

2 cups tomato juice (or spicy V-8)
4 ounces vodka (or Pisco makes a nice substitute)
juice of one lemon or lime
freshly ground black pepper
generous shake or two of Tabasco
pinch of brown sugar
green olive skewers
celery stalks, if desired

Combine all in a shaker with ice.  Stir vigorously.  Let it sit for about 5 minutes.  Stir again.  Strain over fresh ice.  Garnish with olive skewers and celery stalks.

Cheers!