{"product_id":"bold-n-spicy-bloody-mary-seasoning-355ml","title":"CROIX VALLEY: Bold n Spicy Bloody Mary Seasoning | 355ml (12oz) bottle","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 16px;margin:0 0 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:4px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spicy — noticeable kick\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:4px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 355ml (12oz) bottle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:4px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hudson, Wisconsin, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:4px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDietary:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vegan, gluten free and no MSG (brand-stated) — always check the physical label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:4px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest on:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic Bloody Marys, micheladas, bloody caesars\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTurn Up The Volume On Your Bloody Mary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDown in Hudson, Wisconsin, the Croix Valley family didn't set out to reinvent brunch — they just got tired of watery, one-note Bloody Marys standing between them and a good cook-off morning. With nine World BBQ Championship titles between them, this crew knows how to layer heat and umami without losing balance, and that pitmaster instinct is exactly what went into this bottle. Bold n Spicy is built for people who want their Bloody Mary to fight back a little.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe flavour\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront: a rush of ripe tomato and cracked black pepper hits first, savoury and thick. Middle: horseradish and a slow-building chilli heat move in, backed by a garlic-and-worcestershire depth that rounds out the savoury profile. Finish: a warm, lingering pepper burn that sits on the back of the tongue and calls for another sip rather than a glass of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShake well and pour over ice with your vodka (or go virgin) — 3-4 tablespoons per glass is a solid starting ratio, then adjust to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse it as the base for a big-batch Bloody Mary bar at your next brunch or footy morning — let guests build their own from there\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSplash into a michelada or bloody caesar for an instant savoury-spicy upgrade over plain tomato or clam juice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeft-field use: whisk a spoonful into a steak marinade or burger mix — it's basically a seasoned tomato-chilli concentrate and works hard outside the glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIn the bottle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA deep brick-red, slightly cloudy liquid with visible flecks of cracked pepper and herbs suspended throughout — give it a firm shake before pouring, as the spices settle toward the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIngredients \u0026amp; Dietary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients (from the brand's label):\u003c\/strong\u003e Tomato Concentrate (tomatoes, sugar, water, spice, onion), Tapioca Syrup, Worcestershire Sauce (distilled vinegar, molasses, tamari [water, soybeans, salt, sugar, cornstarch], sugar, spices, ground mustard, onion powder, garlic powder), Balsamic Vinegar, Granulated Garlic, Herbs, Spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContains:\u003c\/strong\u003e soy, mustard (as declared on the brand's label).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDietary:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vegan, gluten free and no MSG (brand-stated) — always check the physical label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Rub Smuggler's Verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:10px;overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/8568\/2986\/files\/105_shush-grin-secret-sauce.png?v=1\u0026amp;width=440\" alt=\"Darryl Rubb, The Rub Smuggler\" width=\"220\" height=\"220\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:220px;height:220px;float:right;margin:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eThis mix doesn't tiptoe around brunch — real chilli heat, horseradish bite and a proper thick tomato base built to wake you up faster than the coffee will. Keep the fry-up honest by shaking \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/fancy-hanks-chicken-salt-seasoning\"\u003eFancy Hanks Chicken Salt Seasoning\u003c\/a\u003e over your bacon and eggs, so the whole plate matches what's in the glass. Pour it generous and sip slow — that pepper burn builds after the first mouthful, not before. Rim the glass with \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/misty-gully-chilli-salt-150g\"\u003eMisty Gully Chilli Salt\u003c\/a\u003e if you want the heat on the outside too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px dashed #E8340A;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 16px;margin:24px 0 18px;clear:both;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🏴‍☠️ Darryl's Secret: The Smuggler's Bloody Mary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBrunch, with a bit of attitude.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou'll need:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45ml vodka; 150ml tomato juice; 3 tbsp Bold n Spicy Bloody Mary Seasoning; Ice; Lime wedge and celery stick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:8px 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo this:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col style=\"margin:0 0 4px 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill a tall glass with ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the vodka, tomato juice and seasoning and stir well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaste, add more seasoning if you want more kick, and garnish with lime and celery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuestions answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow spicy is the Bold n Spicy Bloody Mary Seasoning?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eIt's got a genuine chilli kick — noticeably spicier than a standard Bloody Mary mix, though not eye-wateringly hot. If you're heat-sensitive, start with less than you think and build from there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I still need to add vodka or tomato juice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eThis is a seasoning mix, not a pre-made cocktail — mix a few tablespoons into tomato juice (and vodka, if you like) rather than drinking it straight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for vegetarians or vegans?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eCroix Valley describes it as vegan and gluten free (it declares soy and mustard) — always check the physical label before assuming.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CROIX VALLEY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44768334970922,"sku":null,"price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/8568\/2986\/files\/croix-valley-bold-n-spicy-bloody-mary-seasoning-355ml-front.png?v=1788141850","url":"https:\/\/www.therubhub.com.au\/en-nz\/products\/bold-n-spicy-bloody-mary-seasoning-355ml","provider":"THE RUB HUB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}