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Start off the new year with a bang by celebrating National Bloody Mary Day on January 1! This iconic cocktail has been around for almost 100 years, believed to have been created in the 1920s as a hangover cure. Today, it has become a beloved brunch staple and is often customized with various garnishes and spices. So whether you're recovering from a New Year's Eve celebration or just looking for a delicious drink to kick off the year, grab yourself a Bloody Mary and cheers to this tasty holiday!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1921</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Invention of Bloody Mary</div><div class='timeline-text'>Fernand Petiot, a bartender at New York Bar in Paris, reportedly invented the Bloody Mary cocktail. It is composed of vodka, tomato juice, and various spices.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1934</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bloody Mary Enters American Market</div><div class='timeline-text'>Fernand Petiot brought the now-famous cocktail to the United States, introducing it to the St. Regis Hotel's King Cole Bar in New York City.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1960s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bloody Mary Popularity Boom </div><div class='timeline-text'>Throughout this period, the Bloody Mary became a staple at brunches, morning after parties and airport lounges, adding to its overall popularity.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'> Variations and Customization</div><div class='timeline-text'>Varying styles of Bloody Mary start to become popular, with garnishes ranging from celery and lemon to extravagant additions like sliders and bacon.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Formation of Bloody Mary Festivals</div><div class='timeline-text'>In many parts of the United States, Bloody Mary festivals commence, essentially bringing together enthusiasts to celebrate and enjoy the cocktail in a fun, communal setting.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create your own Bloody Mary bar</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Set up a variety of different mixers, garnishes, and hot sauces so that everyone can customize their own perfect Bloody Mary.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try a new twist on the classic recipe</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Mix things up by incorporating unique ingredients like bacon, pickles, or even avocado into your Bloody Mary recipe.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a Bloody Mary brunch</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Many restaurants offer special brunch menus on National Bloody Mary Day featuring delicious variations of the drink. Gather some friends and make a day of trying out different brunch spots.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a blind taste test</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Challenge your friends to a blind taste test to see who can identify the different ingredients in a Bloody Mary. The winner gets bragging rights and a custom-made Bloody Mary.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take a cocktail-making class</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Sign up for a cocktail-making class that focuses specifically on Bloody Marys. You'll learn new techniques and recipes that you can use to impress your friends at your next brunch gathering.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's the perfect hangover cure </h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>After a long night out, there's nothing better than indulging in a delicious and refreshing Bloody Mary. The classic combination of tomato juice, vodka, and spices make for the ultimate hangover cure - making National Bloody Mary Day one of our favorite days of the year!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>You can customize it to your liking</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>One of the great things about Bloody Marys is that you can customize them to suit your taste preferences. Whether you like yours extra spicy or prefer a more savory profile, there's a Bloody Mary recipe out there that will satisfy your cravings.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's an excuse to have brunch </h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Bloody Mary Day falls on January 1st, which means it aligns perfectly with brunch on New Year's Day! So why not gather your friends and family for a delicious feast of brunch foods and bottomless Bloody Marys to celebrate the start of a new year?</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Bloody Mary is Named After a Queen</h3><p class='facts-content'>The drink is named after Queen Mary I of England, also known as "Bloody Mary," who carried out harsh religious reforms during her reign.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Bloody Mary was Created in Paris</h3><p class='facts-content'>Although it's a popular brunch cocktail in the United States, the Bloody Mary was first created by barman Fernand Petiot at Harry's New York Bar in Paris during the 1920s.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Original Bloody Mary had Only Two Ingredients</h3><p class='facts-content'>The original recipe for the Bloody Mary cocktail consisted only of vodka and tomato juice, with the elaborate garnishings and spices being additions developed over time.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Bloody Mary is Sometimes Called "The World's Most Complex Cocktail"</h3><p class='facts-content'>As the recipe evolved, it began to incorporate a wide range of spices and garnishes, leading many to describe it as "the world's most complex cocktail."</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Cocktail has Become a Brunch Staple</h3><p class='facts-content'>Today, the Bloody Mary is considered a classic brunch cocktail, famed for its savory flavor and rumored curative properties for hangovers.</p></div></div>
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