Bloody Marys are Good for You!

If there's any way to my heart, it's a spicy Bloody Mary. Not only are bloodies tasty, but they're loaded with vitamins and lycopene!

What is lycopene?
Lycopene is a carotenoid which gives tomatoes their gorgeous red color. It is a proven antioxidant that helps fight off cell damaging radicals. Lycopene prevents heart disease, cancer, Alzheimers disease. AND accelerated aging. So drink your tomato juice!

To make a Bloody Mary extra good for you, just load up on fresh garnishes and pure proteins like turkey jerky or shrimp.

I prefer to create my own mixture of tomato goodness. It's simple, spicy, and everything you could dream of when you're brunching at home.

Sarah's Spicy Bloody Mary
Ingredients

• 2oz Vodka of your choice (I chose Praire Vodka. Drink Local!) 
• Tomato Juice
• 3/4 tsp A1 Steak Sauce
• 1tsp Lime
• 1/2 tsp Lemon
• Splash of Pickle Juice
• 1/2tsp Garlic
• 1/2 fresh chopped serrano pepper
• Tabasco to taste 
• Black Pepper to taste
• Celery Salt to taste and to rim the glass

Mixing it Up

1. Take a lime to wet the rim of the glass to put celery salt on the rim. 
2. Fill the glass with ice and pour in vodka.
3. Combine lime, lemon, pickle juice, garlic, serrano pepper, and celery salt. 
4. Fill the remainder of the glass with tomato juice.
5. Top with black pepper and tabasco to taste.
6. Garnish with your choice of add-ins. I went with a pickle, olives,  lemon, lime, fresh cilantro, a banana pepper, pepper jack cheese, and bacon. 

It's a simple recipe and everything can be to taste. 

Some people prefer Worcestershire sauce, but I personally think A1 gives the tomato juice a slightly smokier flavor. I love mixing in different kinds of add-ins as well. Not only is this a fresh mix, but the bacon gives the beverage that extra little something. 

Drink up and take in all the anti-aging goodness the Mary has to offer you! 

xx - Sarah

Weekly Obsessions // Week One

There's always a couple of things I have my eye on. Whether they're just adorable or could be beneficial to your mind & body. 

Every week I'll post 5 items that I'm obsessing about and want to share with you. Who knows, you may find a last minute gift idea or quite possibly your next obsession.

1. "Namastay in Bed" boyfriend Sweater // $58.00

As much as I love my yoga practice... Sometimes it's nice to hit the snooze button and stay in bed for a solid 15 more minutes. 

2. Whiskey Stones // $20.00

Just because the product has whiskey in the title doesn't mean that you should especially use them for whiskey. Pop the stones in the freezer to keep your white wine or whiskey chilled without watering down your beverage. Heat the stones up in boiling water to keep coffee or tea hot throughout the winter. 

3. White Sage Smudge // $11.00

Sage Smudging has been around for years. Native American tribes would use sage for healing purposes, ceremonies and to make space. As a child, I remember my Mom and Grandmother using sage to cleanse the home of negativity and purify the air. Juniper Ridge also donates 10% of their annual profits to a portfolio of Western Wilderness Defense organizations. 

4. Dry Sparkling - Lavender // $2.16

The first moment this beverage hit my lips, I knew I was in love. The lavender flavor is subtle and the bubbles make for a clean and crisp finish. Not only is this delicious on its own but it's mixable with your favorite vodka or gin! 

5. Hot Toddy Mug Set // $30.00

Nothing says, "What's up Autumn?" like a hot toddy. These diagram mugs are so cute that I have to get some for myself or for one of my whiskey loving friends. It's so difficult to pick between the other diagram cups the artist has to offer! Not to mention it's always great to be refreshed on how to make certain classics. 

If you think there should be something on this list next week, leave it in the comments! Any feedback is wonderful and always appreciated.

I have a yoga routine and a couple recipes lined up to share with you soon!

Otherwise, That's all I have for you today.
Stay Cool- Sarah