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The Vampire’s Kiss looks like it came straight from Dracula’s castle. Vodka, gin, a splash of tequila and dry vermouth are shaken with tomato juice and a pinch of salt, then strained over ice. It pours a deep, blood-red color that makes it a natural for Halloween.
It drinks like a stiff, savory cousin of the Bloody Mary. There is no hot sauce or horseradish here, so the tomato comes through clean and bright, and the salt brings out its savory side. The three spirits and the vermouth make it much stronger than it looks, with a dry, herbal finish from the gin and vermouth. It is a good pick for anyone who prefers savory drinks to sweet ones.
Glass: Old fashioned glass | Strength: Strong | Serves: 1 | Prep Time: 3 minutes
Bartenders tip: Good tomato juice makes all the difference, so pick one with real flavor and not too much salt already added. Shake hard to chill it well, since a warm tomato drink is nobody’s favorite. A few dashes of Worcestershire or a squeeze of lemon will push it closer to a Bloody Mary if you want more kick.
Steps
- Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice and shake well.
- Strain into an old fashioned glass over fresh ice and serve.
