Ingredients (1 drink)
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4 oz high-quality tomato juice (or strained fresh tomato)
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½ tsp Backriver Blends Original Jerk Marinade
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½ oz fresh lemon or lime juice
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2–3 oz sparkling water or plain seltzer (optional, for lift)
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Ice
Optional savory boosters (choose 1–2):
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A pinch of celery salt
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A dash of black pepper
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A splash of pickle brine or olive brine
Garnish (keep it simple & elegant)
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Celery stalk or celery leaves
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Lime wedge
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Pickled green bean or olive
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Fresh thyme sprig
Method
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Add tomato juice, jerk marinade, citrus, and any optional boosters to a shaker.
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Roll gently with ice (or stir well — no hard shaking).
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Strain into an ice-filled glass.
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Top lightly with sparkling water if using.
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Garnish and serve.
Flavor Profile
Savory • bright • gently spiced • herbaceous
Not spicy-forward, but deeply flavorful.
Not spicy-forward, but deeply flavorful.
