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.
Rudolph
Never heard of this mixture before. I’m intrigued in a slightly worried way!
Helen
Go for it! It was really really good
Lorna Jayne Kennedy
I’ve been hearing a lot of good things about Cold Brew lately, can’t wait to try it. I love tomato juice too, but am not sure of this combination?? I’ll keep an open mind…..
Helen
Make it! It is so good.
Urvashi Roe
OK so when I read the title for this post I thought immediately Ewwwwww! Seriously she’s lost the plot!
But I happened to have a bit of cold brew at the cafe and I blitzed up a few tomatoes to make the tomato juice bit and my bloody heck it does work!
Helen
It really does work doesn’t it? Astonishingly well.
Tanya Brannan
This is not something I would ever have thought of trying, but I am intrigued by it now!!
Helen
It is genius, I would have never thought it it, but it was so so good.
Jeanne Horak-Druiff
Now that’s a new one for me…!! I’m afraid tomato juice and I have never been friends, but your post has reminded me that I need to try some cold brew coffee this summer :)
Helen
That is such a shame – I adore tomato juice. Go for the cold brew – it will transform your summer.
Harriet from Toby & Roo
I am not a fan of tomato juice at all but this would be a fantastic pick me up in the morning for someone that was! H x
Helen
it is an excellent pic me up. So unexpectedly good.
Lucy I
Not sure about cold brew, but I would like to try it
Helen
Cold brew is really worth trying, it is nothing like cold coffee.
Kerry Locke
I love the depth of flavour from cold brew but I have to have my coffee french pressed in the morning – Nice and Strong! Great idea with the tomato juice
Helen
It is amazing with the tomato juice.
Jessica McDonnell
This recipe sounds really intriguing. I’m not usually a coffee or tomato juice fan, but strangely I can see them working together.
Helen
They are amazing together! I really love both coffee and tomato juice but could not imagine how they would pair.
Farhana
Interesting combination, I guess its one you have to try as imagination fails me. I do like my cold brewed coffee though
Helen
you really have to try it!
Caroline H
A coffee Bloody Mary? That sounds so wrong but I really, really want to give it a go! My go-to is usually the stove top espresso pot.
Helen
It does sound terribly wrong, but it is so so good!
Jessica
I found it weird with the title but this looks interesting and yummy. I should try!
Helen
It does sound really strange, but it is so so good.
Katie Bryson
You’ve got me curious about trying cold brew coffee, it’s never sounded appealing until now! What a fantastic recipe and stunning photography.
Helen
Cold brew is completely different from cold coffee, and it will really surprise you when you try it.
Tara
This is interesting! I think my partner would like this.
Helen
let me know!
Daniella
Wow! Helen this sounds incredible, I’m not a fan of the traditional Bloody Mary but think I’d love this.
Helen
It was amazing, it will become a regular for us.
gaynor davies
I usually just have straight black coffee but im going to try this now
Matt McAndrew
I am most definitely going to try this. Makes a change from the standard coffee style I am used to!
carole n
just plenty of hot water and good beans
Katherine McDonald
Am I allowed to say from a coffee shop?!? We use a cafetiere most often at home, but we do have a hob-top espresso maker which I like.
Rebecca Howells (@PeanutHog)
The cold brew sounds good – would love to try it. Just use the coffee machine at the mo.
kimberley ryan
we use a coffee machine
donna l jones
water from the kettle with milk one sugar
Lyla
My favourite is frothy cappuchino style
Mary Baldwin
I use a filter machine to make coffee – that way it stays hot enough for me to drink over a period of time.
katie w
with a percolator never thought of a cold brew before, will be giving it ago
stephen holman
i’ve only ever brewed regular coffee with no added twists like this – might be brave and attempt one ha ! :)
Lora
It’s our weekend tradition to brew a cafetiere of coffee and have a slice of cake with it. Definitely trying cold brew though, especially now summer’s here
Chris Fletcher
I use a cafetiere at home or instant if I’m in a hurry (most mornings!) This cold brew coffee sounds like a revelation though, i will have to try it!
Simone Kilshaw
wow I never would have thought of putting this combination together. I usually have my coffee instant, when I have more time from a percolator.would love to try this.
Helen
It is amazingly good.
sarah fielding
I use a coffee machine, would love to experiment with other types