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Food - Drink
You Should Never Order Premium Vodka For One Cocktail
By MICHELLE WELSCH
Close up of vodka being poured in glass over ice
Asking a bartender to add high-end vodka to your drink can really elevate an average cocktail, but sometimes, this request is just a waste of premium, expensive spirits.
Bloody Mary cocktail with green garnish and lime slice
A Bloody Mary is one cocktail that is simply made more expensive with premium vodka, not made any better. This drink is very strongly-flavored with many ingredients and garnishes.
Bloody Mary drink with celery garnish
The vodka in a Bloody Mary is mainly there to make the drink boozy without adding distracting flavors. There are other ways to add flavor to the drink without emptying your wallet.
A spicy Bloody Mary with green garnish and straw
Consider adding celery salt, Worcestershire sauce, and/or a dash of Tabasco to liven up your Bloody Mary. With all that flavor, you definitely won't miss the expensive vodka.