The Iconic New Year's Drink
January 1st is Bloody Mary Day, especially in the United States. The date celebrates the famous Bloody Mary cocktail, a drink made with vodka, tomato juice, seasonings, spices and garnishes such as celery, olives or even bacon. The choice of the day is related to the Bloody Mary's reputation as a perfect "hangover cure" after New Year's Eve parties.
The drink was created in the 1920s by Fernand Petiot in Paris and improved in the USA. The name may honor Queen Mary I of England or a waitress named Mary. The date promotes tradition and creativity in the preparation of the Bloody Mary... Did you know?