Low-Carb Bloody Mary co*cktail Recipe With Less Sugar (2024)

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Low-Carb Bloody Mary co*cktail Recipe With Less Sugar (3)

(87 ratings)

Total Time: 5 min

Prep Time: 5 min

Cook Time: 0 min

Servings: 1

Nutrition Highlights (per serving)

134 calories

0g fat

9g carbs

1g protein

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Nutrition Facts
Servings: 1
Amount per serving
Calories134
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g0%
Saturated Fat 0g0%
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 548mg24%
Total Carbohydrate 9g3%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Total Sugars 7g
Includes 1g Added Sugars2%
Protein 1g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 25mg2%
Iron 1mg6%
Potassium 469mg10%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet.2,000 calorie a day is used for general nutrition advice.

A Bloody Mary is a great high-flavor co*cktail, but it can be loaded with sugar and sodium, especially if you use a pre-made Bloody Mary mix. If you make your own, however, you can have a nice brunch co*cktail and get a serving of vegetables at the same time!

Tomato juice, the primary ingredient in a Bloody Mary, is rich in lycopene. This antioxidant is the main reason why tomato juice boasts many benefits for physical activity, and has been found to reduce fatigue caused by exercise, lower oxidative stress, and repair damaged muscles post workout.

Plus, this low-carb co*cktail recipe is sure to help you keep your sugar intake in check while you enjoy this classic alcoholic beverage.Because this recipe is a healthier version, though, you have to be careful not to add more alcohol or tomato juice than the recipe calls for.

Ingredients

  • 1 jigger/3 tablespoons vodka
  • 6 ouncestomato juice (or see note)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1/8 teaspoon celery salt
  • 2 to 3 drops hot sauce (such as Tabasco)
  • 2 to 3 drops Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 dash pepper
  • Optional: 1 small dollop horseradish
  • Optional garnishes: lemon wedge, celery stalk, olives, co*cktail shrimp

Preparation

  1. In a tall glass, such as a highball, mix vodka, tomato juice, and ​lemon juice. Mix in the seasonings, adjusting to taste.

  2. Add ice cubes, and garnish with a lemon wedge, celery stalk, olives, or co*cktail shrimp, if desired.

Variations and Substitutions

An ounce of tomato juice has slightly over one gram of carbohydrate. Most recipes for Bloody Marys have anywhere from 3 to 6 ounces oftomato juice, so you can cut the 6 ounces in half and still be faithful to the Bloody Mary tradition.

To reduce the sodium content, you might consider a lower sodium tomato juice or even low sodium V8. You can also reduce or eliminate the alcohol.

Cooking and Serving Tips

  • Because of the ingredient list, the Bloody Mary has been called one of the most complex co*cktails to make. Getting the flavor right requires skill,and depending on your taste buds, a balancing act toget it just right. It is key you're working with fresh ingredients, and some believe that you need to add the ingredients in a certain order, suggesting the spices—such as salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce—are added before the lemon and tomato juices. And finishing with the alcohol is the best way to perfect the Bloody Mary.
  • Something else to consider when perfecting your Bloody Mary drink-making skills is whether or not you want it spicy. While this recipe does incorporate Tabasco, you may addcayenne pepperor a little more Tabasco if you prefer more heat. (This will not add carbs, so it's perfectly safe to do.)

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Low-Carb Bloody Mary co*cktail Recipe With Less Sugar (2024)

FAQs

What is the lowest carb bloody mary mix? ›

STUs Bloody Mary mix is 0 carbs. We are able to pull this off because we don't add tomato juice, so you can make the co*cktail your own way. If you want a low carb Bloody Mary, STUs can help you get there with some unique recipes using just our mix, lower carb tomato juice or even tomato water.

What is the lowest carb and sugar alcoholic drink? ›

Wine and light varieties of beer are also relatively low in carbs — usually containing under 6 grams (g) per serving. Pure alcohol like rum, vodka, gin, tequila, and whiskey contains no carbs. In addition, wine, light beer, and some co*cktails can be relatively low in carbs.

Can you have bloody marys on keto? ›

Even if you're on a low carb diet, you can still have a bloody mary. Here's The secret. It's all about using a keto friendly bloody mary mix, like Stu's.

How many carbs in a Bloody Mary co*cktail? ›

Bloody Mary Nutritional Facts
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0g0%
Total Carbohydrate 8g3%
Dietary Fiber = Less than 1g4%
Sugars 5g
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Is there a lot of sugar in Bloody Mary mix? ›

One serving of bloody Mary mix, at 1 cup, offers about 40 to 70 calories, with 1 gram of fat, 9 to 13 grams of carbohydrates, 2 grams of fiber, 4 to 7 grams of sugar, 1 to 2 grams of protein and 1,440 to 1,489 grams of sodium.

Are Bloody Mary's bad for a diet? ›

Bloody Marys are actually healthy co*cktails.

In addition to electrolytes, sodium, potassium, and Vitamin C, tomatoes also contain lycopene, which is high in antioxidants. Lycopene helps to combat the toxins in the liver (like the toxins that you consumed while drinking the night before.)

Are bloody marys sugar free? ›

A traditional Bloody Mary recipe is relatively low-sugar when made with unsweetened tomato juice. But ready-made Bloody Mary mixes vary and sometimes contain added sugar or other high-sugar fruit juices.

Is clamato juice low-carb? ›

However, 8 oz of clamato juice has 11g of sugar, which will not make this drink low-carb or keto-friendly.

How much sugar is in Zing Zang Bloody Mary mix? ›

Bloody mary mix by ZING ZANG
Nutrition Facts
Dietary Fiber 1g4 %
Sugar 2g
Protein 1g2 %
Calcium 20mg2 %
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Does Mr. Mrs. T Bloody Mary mix go bad? ›

It's important to pay attention to the expiration date and not consume the mix beyond that time frame. Like most foods, consuming expired Bloody Mary mix can lead to food poisoning and other health issues.

Is a Bloody Mary high in carbs? ›

Bloody Mary (1 co*cktail) contains 4.9g total carbs, 4.4g net carbs, 0.1g fat, 0.8g protein, and 123 calories.

Is Mr. and Mrs. T. Bloody Mary mix alcoholic? ›

It taste great both as a virgin (without alcohol) drink or mix with vodka. It has a robust and tangy tomato juice mixture with just the right amount of spices. The horseradish gives it a little extra kick and just adds the perfect blend of flavors. The bloody Mary mix would be a big treat at parties or get togethers.

Is a bloody mary high in carbs? ›

Bloody Mary (1 co*cktail) contains 4.9g total carbs, 4.4g net carbs, 0.1g fat, 0.8g protein, and 123 calories.

What is the best low-carb mixer? ›

Carbohydrates are made out of sugar, partially, so the more sugar you have in a co*cktail, the more carbs there will be. To keep that number down, use low-carb mixers like diet tonic, diet ginger beer, soda water, and sugar-free or unsweetened juice.

How many carbs are in a Virgin bloody mary? ›

Virgin Mary (non-alcoholic Bloody Mary) (8 fluid ounce) contains 8.6g total carbs, 7.3g net carbs, 0.7g fat, 2.1g protein, and 41 calories.

What juice has the least amount of carbs? ›

Most fruit juice is loaded with sugar, but lemon and lime juices are low in carbs and can help flavor other beverages. What's more, some low carb veggies can be juiced.

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