The Best Dill Pickle Bloody Mary Recipe

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1 (easily multiplied)

Your New Favorite Brunch Cocktail Has Arrived

If you think a classic Bloody Mary is already great, wait until you try one made with real pickle flavor blended right in. This pickle Bloody Mary recipe transforms this beloved brunch cocktail into something that'll have you wondering why you ever made it any other way. We're talking about a drink that's equal parts refreshing, spicy, and outrageously flavorful.

Pickle lovers, this one's for you. With the tangy punch of pickles already blended into your Bloody Mary mix and plenty of pickle garnishes loaded on top, you're creating a drink that's bold, balanced, and seriously addictive. The secret? Using a Bloody Mary mix that already has pickle flavor worked right into it, so you get that signature tang in every sip without any extra measuring or fussing.

Ready to make the best Bloody Mary you've ever tasted? Let's get mixing!

What Makes This Pickle Bloody Mary So Good?

The magic happens when you start with a Bloody Mary mix that's already packed with pickle flavor. Instead of trying to add pickle juice on top of a standard mix, you're working with a base that has pickles pureed right into it. That means the tangy, garlicky flavor is distributed evenly throughout your drink, not just floating on top. 

Every sip delivers bright tomato flavor, a kick of heat, and that unmistakable dill pickle tang. Add in your favorite garnishes and you've got yourself one seriously impressive cocktail. No complicated measuring, no guessing at ratios, just pure pickle perfection.

The Ultimate Ingredient List

The Easy Version (Using SuckerPunch Bloody Mary Mix)

• 1½ ounces vodka (use your favorite vodka or skip it for a virgin version)

• 6 ounces SuckerPunch Bloody Mary Mix

• Ice

• Your favorite garnishes, including SuckerPunch’s Classic Dill Pickle Spears

Make it easy by getting the SuckerPunch Bloody Mary Kit, with both the mix and garnish!

The From-Scratch Version

If you want to build your own from scratch:

• 1½ ounces vodka

• 4 ounces tomato juice

• 2 ounces dill pickle juice

• ½ ounce fresh lemon juice

• 3-4 dashes Worcestershire sauce

• 2-3 dashes hot sauce

• 2 dashes soy sauce (optional)

• ¼ teaspoon prepared horseradish

• Pinch of celery salt

• Pinch of black pepper

The Garnish Game

This is where things get fun. Go wild with your favorite garnishes:

• SuckerPunch Classic Dill Pickles (pickle spear is a must)

• Celery stick

• Lemon wedge

• Olives

• Cherry tomatoes or baby tomatoes

• Pickled jalapeño pepper for extra kick

• Pepperoni or salami

• Cheese cubes

• Bacon strips

How to Make the Perfect Bloody Mary (The Easy Way)

Step 1: Prep Your Glass

Fill a tall glass (or mason jar for that rustic vibe) with ice. If you want to get fancy, rim the glass with celery salt mixed with black pepper. Run a lemon wedge around the rim first so the seasoning sticks.

Step 2: Build Your Drink

Pour vodka over ice, then add SuckerPunch Bloody Mary Mix. That's it. Seriously. The mix already has all the pickle flavor, spices, and seasonings you need.

Step 3: Stir It Up

Give everything a quick stir with a long spoon or cocktail stirrer. You want the vodka and mix to blend nicely.

Step 4: Garnish Like a Pro

Load up your drink with all your favorite garnishes. Thread pickles, olives, and tomatoes onto a skewer. Add a celery stick for stirring. Tuck in a lemon wedge. The more over-the-top, the better. Your perfect Bloody Mary should look as good as it tastes.

Step 5: Taste and Adjust (Optional)

The mix is already perfectly balanced, but if you want extra heat, add a dash of hot sauce. Want more pickle punch? Add a splash of pickle juice. Craving more tang? Squeeze in an extra lemon. This is your drink, make it exactly how you like it.

The From-Scratch Way

Step 1: Prep Your Glass

 Fill a tall glass with ice. Rim the glass with celery salt and black pepper if desired.

Step 2: Build Your Drink

Add vodka, tomato juice, dill pickle juice, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, soy sauce (if using), horseradish, celery salt, and black pepper to your ice-filled glass.

Step 3: Mix It Up

Give everything a good stir with a long spoon or cocktail stirrer. You want all those flavors to mingle and become friends. Some people like to shake their Bloody Mary in a cocktail shaker, but we prefer stirring to keep things from getting too frothy.

Step 4: Taste and Adjust

This is your drink, so make it exactly how you like it! Need more heat? Add extra hot sauce or horseradish. Want it tangier? Splash in more pickle juice. Craving more savory depth? A few extra dashes of Worcestershire sauce will do the trick.

Step 5: Garnish Like a Pro

Time for the fun part. Stack your glass with pickle spears, olives, cherry tomatoes, and whatever else sounds good. A celery stick makes a great stirrer, and don't forget that lemon wedge for an extra citrus boost.

Pro Tips for Bloody Mary Excellence

Keep it cold: A warm Bloody Mary is nobody's friend. Make sure your mix is chilled before you start, and use plenty of ice.

Don't skip the garnishes: Half the fun of a Bloody Mary is the over-the-top presentation. SuckerPunch pickle spears are crunchy, flavorful, and aesthetic.

Batch it for crowds: Hosting a brunch party? Pour the whole bottle of SuckerPunch mix into a pitcher, let guests add their own vodka, and set up a garnish bar. Instant party hit!

Try it virgin: The mix is so flavorful that you honestly don't need alcohol. Skip the vodka for a delicious mocktail that's perfect any time of day.

Experiment with vodka: While the mix works with any vodka, pickle-flavored vodka takes it to another level. Dill vodka or even jalapeño-infused vodka can add extra layers of flavor.

Make it spicy: Love heat? Add extra hot sauce or use spicy pickle juice for an additional kick. Some people even muddle jalapeño pepper right into the glass.

Perfect Pairings

Your pickle Bloody Mary deserves equally delicious food alongside it. Here are some winning combinations:

Breakfast Foods: Eggs Benedict, avocado toast, breakfast burritos, or a loaded omelet all pair beautifully with this savory drink.

Appetizers: Buffalo wings, deviled eggs, cheese and charcuterie boards, or shrimp cocktail make your Bloody Mary feel like a complete meal.

Brunch Classics: The savory pickle Bloody Mary cuts through the sweetness of pancakes, waffles, and French toast perfectly.

Hangover Helpers: Sometimes you just need this drink with a greasy bacon cheeseburger. No judgment here.

Best Times to Make This Drink

Weekend Brunch: The most obvious choice, but for good reason. Nothing says lazy Sunday morning like a perfectly crafted Bloody Mary.

Game Day: Forget boring beer. Serve these at your next watch party and become everyone's favorite host.

Holiday Mornings: Christmas, Thanksgiving, New Year's Day. Any holiday that involves a family gathering before noon needs Bloody Marys.

Relaxation Mode: Let's be honest, this is why most people reach for a Bloody Mary. There's something about the savory, spicy combo that just hits different after a long night.

Next Brunch Party: Set up a Bloody Mary bar with SuckerPunch mix, various vodkas, and a spread of garnishes. Let guests build their own creations and watch the compliments roll in.

Variations to Try

Extra Spicy Version

Start with SuckerPunch mix and add extra hot sauce, a dash of cayenne pepper, and jalapeño pepper garnishes; for serious heat lovers only.

Veggie-Loaded Garden Mary

Pack your glass with every vegetable you can find: cucumber spears, radishes, pickled green beans, bell pepper strips, and of course, plenty of pickles. It's basically a salad that happens to be a cocktail.

Bloody Mary with Fresh Horseradish

Grate fresh horseradish directly into your drink for an extra nose-clearing kick. Way more powerful than the jarred stuff.

Virgin Pickle Mary

Skip the vodka completely. The SuckerPunch mix has so much flavor going on that you honestly won't miss the alcohol. Perfect for morning recovery or when you're the designated driver.

Bloody Beer (Red Beer)

Mix SuckerPunch Bloody Mary Mix with your favorite light beer instead of vodka. Popular in the Midwest and perfect for day drinking.

Make It Memorable

The best thing about this pickle Bloody Mary recipe is how stupidly easy it is when you use the right mix. No measuring a dozen ingredients, no worrying about ratios, no wondering if you added enough pickle flavor. SuckerPunch already did the hard work of blending real pickles into a perfectly balanced mix.

The garnishes are where you get to show off your personality. Go as simple or as loaded as you want. The drink itself is already packed with flavor, so even a basic pickle spear and celery stick looks great and tastes even better.

Want to impress guests? Set out the bottle of SuckerPunch mix, several vodka options, and a spread of garnishes. Let people build their own perfect Bloody Mary while you sit back and accept compliments on your hosting skills.

The Bottom Line

This pickle Bloody Mary recipe gives you everything you want in a brunch cocktail: bold flavors, refreshing tang, and enough personality to make it memorable. Using SuckerPunch Bloody Mary Mix means you get authentic pickle flavor without the guesswork, thanks to real pickles blended right into the mix.

Whether you're making one drink for yourself or mixing up a batch for your next party, this recipe delivers every single time. The mix takes care of the flavor; You just add vodka and ice. Load up on those pickle garnishes and get ready to make the best Bloody Mary of your life.

Your next brunch just got a whole lot more interesting. Grab the SuckerPunch Bloody Mary Kit and see why pickle lovers everywhere are obsessed with this drink. Save this recipe card so you can whip up the perfect pickle Bloody Mary whenever the craving hits. With SuckerPunch in your fridge, you're always just minutes away from brunch cocktail perfection.