Virgin Mary

Name: Virgin Mary Cocktail Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 C Tomato Juice; 1/2 tsp Worcestershire Sauce; 1 dash Fresh lemon juice; 2 drp Hot red pepper sauce; 1 pinch Salt; 1 Grind freshly ground black pepper; Lime wedge [Garnish]

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A Virgin Mary is a refreshing non-alcoholic cocktail built on tomato juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot pepper sauce, delivering the bold savory profile of a Bloody Mary without spirits.

🏷️Equipment: red-wine glass

Total

5 min

Servings

4

Recipe Source

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From Mr. Boston Drinks · by Mr. Boston Official Bartender's Guide

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Instructions

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Add ingredients to ice-filled large red-wine glass and stir.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Chill your glass before pouring to keep the drink cold longer without over-diluting with ice.
Use fresh lemon juice squeezed just before serving—bottled loses brightness and sharpness against the savory profile.
Taste after adding hot sauce one drop at a time; heat compounds quickly and is hard to dial back.
Stir gently with ice for 10–15 seconds to chill without aerating and losing the savory depth.

Substitutions

Tomato juice → tomato vegetable juice blend (adds carrot and celery notes)
Fresh lemon juice → fresh lime juice (sharper citrus, slightly more tropical edge)
Hot red pepper sauce → sriracha or jalapeño hot sauce (shifts heat profile and flavor complexity)

Storage & make-ahead

Best served fresh over ice immediately after mixing. Pre-batched seasoned tomato juice keeps refrigerated up to 24 hours; add fresh citrus and ice when serving.

Common Questions

What's the difference between a Virgin Mary and a Bloody Mary?

A Virgin Mary is the non-alcoholic version, omitting vodka or other spirits while keeping all the savory tomato, spice, and citrus flavors.

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes—mix the tomato juice and seasonings up to 24 hours ahead, then add fresh lemon juice and ice just before serving to preserve brightness.

How spicy is this drink?

Heat level is easily controlled; start with 1–2 drops of hot sauce and adjust to taste. Adjust Worcestershire sauce for more depth without extra heat.