A bold gin-based Bloody Mary (Red Snapper) made with The Old G, garnished with celery, olives, lemon, and a chili rim — styled for brunch.

Gin in a Bloody Mary? Meet the Red Snapper

Cocktail Culture

You’ve had a Bloody Mary. Probably more than one. But if you’re still making it with vodka, you’re missing the real upgrade: gin. Known as the Red Snapper, this cocktail swap brings more flavor, more depth, and a smoother finish — especially when made with The Old G. Let’s break down how to remix your next brunch drink.

What’s a Red Snapper?

A Red Snapper is simply a Bloody Mary made with gin instead of vodka.
Same structure. Totally different energy.

  • Vodka makes it flat and neutral
  • Gin brings brightness, spice, and citrus
  • The Old G makes it smoother and cleaner than you’d expect
Why Use Gin in a Bloody Mary?

Gin brings:

  • Botanical complexity that plays with tomato and spice
  • Citrus and coriander that cut through the salt and umami
  • A drier, more elegant finish that leaves no afterburn

With The Old G, you get a bold sip that doesn’t get buried in the mix.

The Gin Bloody Mary (Red Snapper) Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz The Old G
  • 4 oz tomato juice (or fresh pressed)
  • ½ oz lemon juice
  • 3 dashes hot sauce
  • 2 dashes Worcestershire sauce
  • Pinch of celery salt and black pepper
  • Garnish: celery stick, lemon wedge, olives, chili salt rim (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Rim your glass with chili salt (optional)
  2. Roll all ingredients between two tins (don’t shake — it clouds the juice)
  3. Strain over fresh ice in a tall glass
  4. Garnish boldly

Flavor Profile: The Old G Advantage

Unlike vodka, The Old G:

  • Enhances the savory notes instead of flattening them
  • Brings a subtle citrus and spice contrast to tomato
  • Keeps the drink from getting heavy or muddy

It’s clean, bold, and brunch-ready.

When to Serve It
  • Weekend brunch
  • Hangover cures (without the crash)
  • Late-morning rooftop sessions
  • Anytime you want a cocktail with flavor and edge
Final Pour

The Red Snapper is what the Bloody Mary was always meant to be — layered, bright, and built to wake you up. With The Old G, you’re getting more than a replacement for vodka. You’re getting a better version of a classic.

Black and white image of The Old G gin pouring from a botte into a clear glass against a dark background. The water flow is steady, creating small ripples in the glass.
Buy The Old G

The Old G Gin is unlike any other. It’s smooth, with no burn, no bite, and none of the bitterness that defines traditional gin. Its bold flavor profile stands out, whether sipped neat or mixed into a cocktail.