Name: The Best Bloody Mary
Yield: Makes 12 Servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds plum tomatoes, coarsely chopped; 1 large carrot, peeled, coarsely chopped; 1 large golden beet, peeled, coarsely chopped; 1 small fennel bulb, trimmed, coarsely chopped; 1 large garlic clove, chopped; 1 bay leaf; 1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon celery seeds; 6 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce; 1 tablespoon grated peeled fresh horseradish; 2 teaspoons coarsely ground whole black peppercorns; 1 teaspoon hot chili sauce (such as sriracha)*; 1/4 cup Guinness (optional); 3 cups vodka or gin; Ice cubes; Lime wedges; Pickled vegetables (such as okra, green beans, or jalapeños); *Available in the Asian foods section of many supermarkets and at Asian markets.

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This is the best Bloody Mary recipe because you make your own mix (which means you can customize it to your heart's content). And hey, don't forget the Guinness.

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