The Coffee Bloody Mary – An astonishingly good combination of cold brew coffee and tomato juice – think of it as a grown up energy drink for the sophisticated palate.
OK. You really are going to have to trust me here, but this combination of cold brew coffee and tomato juice rocks. I was so skeptical until I tried it, and then I was smitten at first sip.
Firstly; if you have not tried cold brew coffee before then you must – it is a completely different drink from hot coffee which has been left to get cold. Cold brew coffee is sweet, delicate and without a hint of bitterness, or acidity, perfect for the summer months. Read our guide to perfect cold brew coffee here.
When making both cold brew coffee and our cold brew tea, we always use BRITA filtered water, it really does make a massive difference, the final drink is brighter, cleaner, fresher and clearer, appreciably different from making with tap water.
But back to this cold brew coffee and tomato juice combo… It really really works. In the same way that adding some chocolate to chilli works. The tomato, coffee, sour lemon juice and sweet sugar syrup all come together to make a harmonious whole. It is the perfect brunch drink – with or without hot coffee on the side – next time we’ll be adding a cheeky shot of vodka to make a coffee powered riff on a Bloody Mary. It’s a more sophisticated version of a Red Bull or other caffeine laden energy drink.
I wish I could claim credit for this recipe, but it was concocted by the Gentlemen Baristas for BRITA for this year’s London Coffee Week. It is so good – I urge you to make it!
Wake Up Mary - a cold brew coffee twist on a spiced tomato juice
Ingredients
- 75 ml cold brew coffee
- 15 ml lemon juice
- 75 ml tomato juice
- 15 ml sugar syrup
- To garnish
- Celery (rosemary, black pepper)
Instructions
- Make the sugar syrup with 1 part sugar to 2 parts BRITA filtered water.
- Mix the ingredients together and serve in a tall glass with lots of ice.
This would also be delicious made with our festive spiced cold brew coffee.
Post commissioned by BRITA, all opinions our own.
Life as Mum
This sounds so delicious! I wouldnt mind giving it a go and trying it out. I am sure me and my partner would love it!
Helen
It was amazing. I was so unsure, but it was lovely.
Ren Behan
Stunning photography Helen, so crisp, and a really creative recipe.
Helen
Isn’t it a lovely creative recipe. We’ll be adding vodka next time we make it at the weekend.
Sarah Bailey
Ohh now this sounds interesting, what an amazing sounding flavour explosion! x
Helen
It was astonishing. Really remarkable.
Rachel
Helen, I like the sound of this more than I thought I would!
Helen
It is really really good. We were astonished.
The London Secret
I normally use a percolator to make coffee, but I would love to try the cold brewed coffee.
Helen
We love cold brew in the summer, it never fails to surprise and delight me just much variation in flavour there is with different brew methods.
Rhian Westbury
I really will have to take your word for this because I am not a coffee lover or a tomato juice lover haha x
Helen
Probably not one for you then!
Helen Dickinson
I really enjoyed reading this. I would have never thought of something like this for myself and I think I would love trying the range of flavours this has to offer.
Helen
I would have never thought of it too.
Ickle Pickle
I love coffee so am curious as to what this tastes like – the combination doesn’t sound good – but you make it sound delicious! Kaz x
Helen
At first thought it really does not sound good, but actually it is really rather nice.
Liz Mays
Ooh, I might like this drink! I’m new to cold brew coffee and this would be a fun way to experiment with it.
Helen
Cold brew is addictive right?
Ana De- Jesus
I had never thought of using coffee with tomato juice or a virgin mary but I bet it would give you the kick you need to stay awake.
Helen
It is really really good. Perfect for brunch.
Fashion and Style Police
Lovely photos you got here. Going to try my hands on these.
Helen
Thanks Stella. Do try it!
Jemma @ Celery and Cupcakes
Oh, what a fun recipe, so creative! I bet there aren’t many who has thought about adding tomato juice to coffee. Love it!
Helen
It was so good! It will become a regular.
Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry
I can just about image how this will taste. My coffee addict OH is excited to try it out.
Helen
It was so so good!
Maggie Hudson
Great looking drink! And an interesting flavor combination!
Helen
it works astonishingly well. I was staggered at just how good it was.
Minnie Dixon
Beautiful photos! I’ve never tried cold brew, so I might start with that first?
Helen
Certainty go for cold brew first- it is mildly addictive.