Summer weekends call out for a Bloody Mary, but perhaps you have a full day planned. This cocktail is sure to hit the spot, with balanced flavours of capsicum and pomegranate, layered with herbal notes.  Bring on Sunday mornings.

INGREDIENTS:

• 45ml Seedlip Garden 108
• 60ml Tomato Juice
• 15ml Lemon Juice
• 10ml Pomegranate Molasses (we used Cortas)
• 30ml Red Capsicum Brine
• Pinch of Salt & Pepper
• Hot Sauce to your taste preference
• Ice

METHOD:

1. Add all ingredients into a glass without ice, mix well.
2. Add ice.
3. Top with extra tomato juice if needed.
4. Stir.
5. Garnish.

The garnishes are endless – we chose a slice of red capsicum, cherry tomato, sage & rosemary. You could also use a traditional celery stick and olive, or go for native kawakawa.

Created by Lizzie Dyson, Bar Manager, Auckland.