Bloody Mary

1 large shot cold vodka

1 large shot cold vodka

1/2 fresh lemon, juice of 1 dash cold dry sherry

tomato juice to taste

Worcester sauce

Tabasco sauce

celery salt

freshly ground black pepper

If you are making this for a brunch party it is a good idea to multiply the measures and make a load of it in a large jug. Take a tall glass and place three or four cubes of ice in it. Combine all the ingredients together to your own taste and pour over the ice.

It's important not to add the ice unless it is going to be consumed immediately because (God forbid) the ice might melt and dilute the perfect drink.

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