Pitcher Perfect Bloody Mary

This recipe makes 6-8 large Bloody Mary's and is perfect for a large brunch crowd! It's adapted from a Real Simple Magazine recipe that is now a permanent staple on our fridge. We like to leave out extra horseradish, hot sauce and lots of garnishes so people can make their drink just the way they like it. We've experimented quite a bit with Bloody Mary Recipes and this is definitely the best.

Ingredients

6 cups Tomato Juice

2/3 cup Lemon Juice

2-4 tbs Fresh Prepared Horseradish (instructions below)

4 tsp Worcestershire Sauce

2-4 tsp Hot Sauce (we use Tabasco)

1 tsp Celery Salt (THIS IS THE SECRET INGREDIENT!)

2 tbs Pepperoncini brine 

Black Pepper, to taste

Celery 

Vodka

Pickled whatever for garnish (Pepperoncini, okra, olives, etc.)

Directions

In a large pitcher combine all ingredients through black pepper. Serve in tall glasses over ice. First pour in desired amount of vodka, top with Bloody Mary Mix, garnish with Celery stalk, desired veggies/pickles, and black pepper.

Fresh Prepared Horseradish

1 lb horseradish root, scrubbed, peeled, cut into cubes

1 cup distilled white vinegar
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp sugar
1 small turnip, peeled and cubed

Combine all ingredients in a food processor. Process until uniform in texture, adding more vinegar if needed. Place in a glass jar, cover tightly and refrigerate.