Dill Pickle Habanero Infused KICKIN Honey Bloody Mary

The Kickin' Pickle Honey Bloody Mary

This recipe features MJD Apiary's Dill Pickle Habanero Infused KICKIN' Honey. The honey adds depth to the savory tomato base, balancing the tart dill pickle brine with a smooth sweetness that gives way to a habanero burn.

Prep & Cook Time

• Prep Time: 5 minutes

• Yield: 1 serving

Ingredients

For the Rim

• 1 tbsp MJD Apiary Dill Pickle Habanero Infused KICKIN' Honey (for rimming)

• 1 tbsp Tajín, Old Bay, or spicy smoked rimming salt

For the Cocktail

• 2 oz Vodka (or silver tequila for a Bloody Maria variation)

• 4 oz Tomato juice (or Clamato)

• 1 oz Dill pickle brine (straight from the pickle jar)

• 1 tbsp MJD Apiary Dill Pickle Habanero Infused KICKIN' Honey

• ½ oz Fresh lemon or lime juice

• 2 dashes Worcestershire sauce

• 1 pinch Celery salt

• 1 pinch Freshly ground black pepper

• Fresh ice

Suggested Garnishes

• Dill pickle spear or pickle chips

• Fresh dill sprig

• Slice of crispy bacon or a piece of beef stick

• Lemon/lime wheel and pickled peppers or cocktail onions

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Rim the Glass:
   Spread a small spoonful of MJD Apiary Dill Pickle Habanero Infused KICKIN' Honey along the outer rim of a pint glass or highball glass. Dip the glass into the spicy rimming salt or Tajín to coat evenly. Fill the glass with fresh ice.

2. Dissolve the Honey Mix:
   In a cocktail shaker or mixing glass, combine 1 tbsp of MJD Apiary Dill Pickle Habanero Infused KICKIN' Honey, the lemon juice, and the dill pickle brine. Stir or whisk vigorously for a few seconds until the honey dissolves into the liquids.

3. Mix the Drink:
   Add the vodka, tomato juice, Worcestershire sauce, celery salt, and black pepper to the shaker. Fill with ice and shake gently (or roll back and forth in a mixing glass) to combine without over-diluting.

4. Pour & Serve:
   Strain the mixture into your prepared, ice-filled rimmed glass.

5. Garnish:
   Top with a fresh dill sprig, a dill pickle spear, and any of your favorite Bloody Mary skewers.

Pro-Tips

• Adjusting the Heat: MJD Apiary's habanero honey packs a true kick. If you prefer a milder drink, start with 1–2 teaspoons of honey in the mix. If you want maximum heat, add an extra drizzle over the ice or garnishes before serving!

• Honey Dissolving Hack: Raw honey thickens when mixed directly with ice. Whisking it first into the citrus and warm-temperature pickle brine ensures a smooth texture throughout the drink without clumping.