The versatile bloody mary recipe lends itself well to adaptations, and the choice of bloody mary rim salt is just one way to alter the taste.
Next time you knock out a batch of your favorite bloody mary recipe, why not mix things up a little by trying an alternative to the traditional celery salt when it comes to rimming the glasses?
Every Bloody Mary deserves So, raid your spice rack and gather up some useful ingredients—smoked paprika, sweet paprika, lemon, pepper, garlic salt, kosher salt, powdered ginger, mustard powder, and wasabi powder—and let’s add a bit more spice to your bloody mary.
Premade Bloody Mary Rim Salt
Store-bought bloody mary rim salt is the easiest way to spice up this famous brunch cocktail, and there are plenty of choices on the market:
Overall Best Rim Salt
Bloody Mary Rim Salt by Rokz
This one is for the purists who want to take things up a couple of notches with a little garlic and heat.
Savory spices added to this combination of sea and kosher flake salts make for a new twist on bloody mary rim salt. Flavors used include chili pepper, oregano, cumin seeds, garlic powder, and cayenne powder.
Best Basic Spiced Salt
Spiced Bloody Mary Rim Salt by Demitri
Sea salt, ground celery seed, spices, and sugar are included in this mix of bloody mary rim salt. And for the more adventurous, they even have a bacon-flavored salt too.
This will be a good rim to use if you’re serving garnishes like bacon or spicy seasoned meats.
Best Spicy Rim Salt
Chile Lime Seasoning Rimmer by Tajin
Tajin Clasico Seasoning is made from a unique blend of chili peppers, lime, and sea salt, which goes perfectly with your spicy bloody marys.
Tajin is a classic, and it’s plain awesome. Garnish with a wedge of lime and maybe something with a bit of heat, like a pickled hot pepper or some spicy cheese.
Runner Up Best Spicy Rim Garnish
Sour Cocktail Garnish by Halo del Santo
Coarse salt, fiery chile, and tart citrus flavors make this Texan-made bloody mary rim salt a popular choice.
This one is great for other cocktails that aren’t bloody marys, so it’s a nice thing to have on hand. The saltiness is perfect for a salty dog or margarita.
Bloody Mary Rim Salt: To Make Or To Buy?
While it’s perfectly fine to buy a premade bloody mary rim salt, you will miss out on all the fun stuff of making one at home if you do.
Premade rimmers are convenient, especially for those without a well-stocked spice rack. However, you don’t need a huge range of spices to make your own rim salt, and by doing so, you have more control over the flavors.
Homemade Bloody Mary Rim Salt
If you believe your bloody mary deserves the very best, then why not make your perfect bloody mary rimmer yourself at home? This way, you can make your ideal rimmer to suit your palate and will have full control over the flavors.
The first step is to take stock of what dried ground herbs and spices you have already in your spice rack. Useful spices and flavors to incorporate into your bloody mary rim salt include smoked paprika, ground coriander, smoked salts, sweet paprika, kosher salt, mustard powder, powdered ginger, granulated garlic, fresh horseradish, black pepper, and Old Bay Seasoning if you have any knocking around.
Best Bloody Mary Rim Salt Recipe
So, next time you’re making bloody marys, why not have a go at making your own rim salt with extra flavor. If you fancy a spicy bloody mary, try adding some chili flakes or some fresh horseradish grated into the mix too.
We found this bloody mary rim salt recipe that does the trick perfectly and makes a great starting base if you want to add extra spices and flavors to it.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon celery salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon or lime juice
- 1 fresh lemon wedge
How To Apply Your Bloody Mary Rim Salt
Combine the dry ingredients in a small bowl or place rim salt on a small plate and mix well. Once mixed, take your fresh lemon wedges (or lime wedges) and your highball glasses, and use the wedges to moisten the glass rim. Then simply dip rim and rub it into the flavored salts so they stick to the rim before you fill the glass with your bloody mary mix, being careful not to wash the rim salt off.
You can also make a large batch and keep it in an airtight container with a tight lid in your refrigerator until you next make up a bloody mary batch.
FAQs
What is traditionally used as a bloody mary rim salt?
The traditional way to salt the rim of your bloody mary is to use celery salt. You can also garnish the cocktail with a stick of celery, which complements the celery flavor from the salted rim.
What are the standard bloody mary ingredients?
Vodka, tomato juice, lemon or lime juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, celery salt, and black pepper. You can also buy a premade bloody mary mix.
How should I garnish a bloody mary?
There are no set rules when garnishing a bloody mary, with options varying from a simple olive to a more outlandish combination of a prawn and a slice of bacon for a bloody mary surf ‘n’ turf! For some, a bloody mary is more than just a drink; it’s a full-on meal or even an appetizer-sized drink with rejuvenating properties, and this is reflected in their choice of garnish.
Key Takeaways
- Trying different rim salts is a great way to experiment with your bloody marys.
- Bloody Mary Rim Salt by Rokz is one of the best for overall flavor
- Premade rim salts are a convenient way to spice up your drinks.
- Homemade rim salts give you the most control over the flavor of your bloody mary.
