Started as simply vodka and tomato juice, the we find today has elevated to something almost akin to a long-perfected family recipe: Everyone has their own tweak to it—some carefully sourcing all ingredients from scratch, others relying on a mixer to get things started, and all seasoning to their liking, such as Charleston Favorites. And (depending on ) it can almost be a meal. This particular Fire-Roasted Bloody Mary Mix is for the cocktail maker who likes equal parts convenience and history.

Created by , this heat-kissed mixer pays homage to Charleston during Prohibition—the era that transformed the iconic drink—and one of the area’s much-beloved characters, Mr. Jimmie. He was a renowned golfer, tennis player, and conversationalist who lived in the Holy City until the 1960s. During the 1920s, he grew particularly keen on the Bloody Mary, using a seasoned, fire-roasted tomato mixture that served as today’s inspiration for the Fire-Roasted Bloody Mary Mix.

Beyond the Fire-Roasted Bloody Mary Mix

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For brunch, tailgate parties, or whenever the craving strikes, we like shaking this mix with our favorite vodka (try it with Absolut Peppar for a kick), a couple of squeezed lime wedges, and pouring over fresh ice in a glass rimmed with Old Bay seasoning. Garnish with a blue cheese-stuffed spear if you’re feeling adventurous!