Instructions

1. Place all ingredients in a Vitamix, except for the optional ingredients.
2. Start the blend on the lowest setting and gradually increase to 7-8.
3. Blend for 1.5 to 2 minutes, until smooth with some “pulp.” If you won't use the pulp, blend until completely smooth, move to step 4 and then skip to step 8.
4. Taste to be sure flavors are to your liking and balance accordingly.
5. Strain the liquid to separate it from the pulp. After straining, you’ll get a little over 2 cups of liquid and about one half cup of pulp.
6. Add a 1 tablespoon of the pulp back into the liquid for a subtle spice and texture without making it overly chunky or thick. Stir well and taste. Adjust flavors as needed.
7. Optional: Use the remaining pulp as a spicy garnish for oysters on the half shell, if desired. I used Kusshi oysters from the west coast.
8. Sprinkle a plate with Old Bay or a flavored salt of your choice.
9. Using a lime wedge, wet the rim of a glass.
10. Place glass rim onto the salted plate.
11. Fill glasses with ice, 1-2 ounces of vodka and pour the Green Bloody Mary Mix over the ice.
12. Use the garnishes of your choice.