Mix-Up The Best Bloody Mary With Gin Instead Of Vodka

February 27, 2026 | By Orlando Lima
Bloody Mary

Everything You Need to Know About the Gin Bloody Mary.

The classic Bloody Mary with vodka is a brunch-menu mainstay, but substituting gin makes the cocktail a work of art. Gin's botanical complexity transforms a mediocre glass of mixed tomato juice into a refreshing, herbaceous delight. It's the perfect twist for those who want to add a dash of sophistication to this brunch standard.

Gin Bloody Mary

Prep Time5 min
Yield1 Cocktail
Base SpiritGin

Ingredients

  • 1.5 oz Gin
  • 3 oz Tomato Juice
  • 0.5 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 0.5 oz Fresh Lime Juice
  • 1 Tsp Horseradish
  • 2 Dashes Worcestershire Sauce
  • 2 Dashes Soy Sauce
  • 1 Dash Hot Sauce, adjust to taste
  • Celery Stalk and Lemon Wheel, for garnish
Mix-Up The Best Bloody Mary With Gin Instead Of Vodka

Instructions

  1. Fill a shaker with ice.
  2. Add all your ingredients and stir gently for 30 seconds.
  3. In a highball glass, place your lemon wheel on the bottom, then add ice and a celery stalk.
  4. Strain the shaker into the glass and give it one final stir.
Pro Tip
For an extra layer of botanical goodness, choose a gin with prominent botanicals like juniper, coriander, or citrus. This will elevate the herbal notes in your Bloody Mary.

Gin Bloody Mary Riff

Try an "Italian Mary" by using an Italian-style gin and garnishing with fresh basil leaves and a cherry tomato on a skewer. It's a Mediterranean twist that will transport your taste buds to the Amalfi Coast.

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