Fire up your Traeger — today we’re making a rich, smoky, homemade Traeger Bloody Mary Mix. This roasted-tomato, roasted-garlic mix is an excellent base for a Bloody Mary you’ll want to make again and again. Adjust the heat to your taste: add more hot sauce, horseradish, or red pepper flakes if you like it fiery. It’s perfect for game day, brunch, or a backyard gathering where you want to impress with bold, savory flavor.
Traeger Homemade Bloody Mary Mix Recipe
A classic Bloody Mary combines tomato juice and savory seasonings with vodka to create a savory, tangy cocktail. This version takes store-bought mix to the next level by roasting tomatoes and garlic on a pellet grill for a deep, smoky backbone. Beef broth and tomato sauce add umami and body, while basil and oregano add freshness and herbal balance.
The resulting mix is savory with a hint of smoke, a mild tang from the tomatoes, and customizable heat. Use it straight as a cocktail mixer, or as a base for a spicy tomato soup, Bloody Mary–inspired sauces, or marinades for grilled meats and vegetables.
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Recipe Shopping List
Here’s everything you’ll want on hand. For exact quantities, see the ingredients section below.
- Beefsteak or large ripe tomatoes
- Garlic cloves
- Olive oil
- Fresh basil leaves
- Beef broth
- Tomato sauce
- Hot sauce
- Worcestershire sauce
- Dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper
- Prepared horseradish (optional)
How To Make This Recipe — Overview
This overview outlines the main steps. For full details, follow the ingredient amounts and instructions in the recipe card below.
- Preheat the Traeger to 350°F (or preheat your oven if the grill isn’t available).
- Roast sliced tomatoes and large-sliced garlic on a foil-lined baking sheet for about 15 minutes until tender.
- Finish hot — raise the heat briefly (400–450°F or use a broiler) to brown the edges and concentrate flavor.
- Simmer the roasted tomatoes and garlic with basil, broth, tomato sauce, Worcestershire, hot sauce, oregano, and salt and pepper for about 10 minutes; then cool slightly.
- Blend with an immersion blender until smooth and chill before serving.
- Serve in a tall glass over ice with 2–3 ounces of vodka per serving and your preferred garnishes: smoked olives, pickled asparagus, pickled green beans, candied bacon, celery, or cheese cubes.
Recipe FAQ
Store the mix in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2–3 days. For longer storage, freeze in freezer-safe containers or ice cube trays for several months.
Yes — roast the tomatoes and garlic in a hot oven or under a broiler. You’ll still get great flavor.
Absolutely. Scale ingredients as needed and freeze any excess promptly.
Add more hot sauce, horseradish, or celery salt for heat and complexity. For a Caesar-style mix, stir in a few ounces of clam juice.
Traeger Roasted Tomato Bloody Mary
This roasted garlic and tomato Bloody Mary mix brings bold flavor and a hint of smoke to your cocktails. It’s freezer-friendly and a great way to use summer tomatoes.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Additional Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Ingredients
Bloody Mary Mix
- 4 large beefsteak tomatoes (or equivalent)
- 4 cloves garlic, peeled and sliced into large pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
To assemble Bloody Mary
- Ice
- Vodka (2–3 ounces per glass)
- Garnish options: pickles, olives, celery, cheese cubes, smoked or pickled vegetables
- Salt and pepper for rimming glass
Instructions
Make the mix
- Preheat your Traeger to 350°F (or preheat the oven). Line a sheet pan with foil.
- Wash and slice tomatoes into 1/2-inch thick slices. Arrange on the prepared pan.
- Peel and cut garlic into large pieces and scatter around the tomatoes.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the tomatoes and garlic. Roast for about 15 minutes, until tender.
- Increase heat to 400–450°F (or use the broiler) for a few minutes to brown the edges slightly—watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Remove the pan from the grill. Transfer the roasted tomatoes and garlic to a medium saucepan. Add basil, beef broth, tomato sauce, hot sauce, Worcestershire, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer over medium heat for about 10 minutes to meld flavors. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Blend the mixture with an immersion blender until smooth. Pour into a jar or airtight container and chill before serving.
Assemble the Bloody Mary
- Fill a tall glass with ice. Add 2 ounces of vodka and about 6 ounces of the roasted-garlic Bloody Mary mix (adjust to taste).
- Rim the glass with salt and pepper if desired. Garnish with smoked olives, pickled asparagus, bacon, celery, or other favorites. Serve immediately.
Notes
- To prevent garlic from burning, slice it thick rather than mincing it finely.
- If the mix is too thick, thin it with extra broth until you reach your preferred consistency.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze for up to three months. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
- This recipe is not formulated for home canning; freeze for long-term storage rather than attempting water-bath canning.
- To increase heat, add more hot sauce or dried red pepper flakes while simmering.
Nutrition Information (estimate)
Yield: 4 servings | Serving Size: 1
Calories: ~146 | Total Fat: 8g | Sodium: ~851mg | Carbohydrates: 12g | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Protein: 4g
Nutrition data is an estimate.
Recommended Tools
- Pellet grill or oven
- Foil-lined baking sheet
- Medium saucepan
- Immersion blender or countertop blender
- Freezer-safe containers or ice cube trays for storage
