"Definitely a Buy": Dick's Mixes on the My Big Fat Bloody Mary Podcast
We have some fun news to share. Dick's Mixes was reviewed on the My Big Fat Bloody Mary podcast, the award-winning, nationally syndicated show dedicated to all things Bloody Mary. Host Greg Tooke and producer Amy put all three of our mixes to the test.
The verdict? They loved all three.
"They're all very good. I'd recommend any of the three."
ā Greg Tooke, My Big Fat Bloody Mary
Who Is My Big Fat Bloody Mary?
Now in its 10th season, My Big Fat Bloody Mary is the go-to show for honest Bloody Mary mix reviews, gourmet and classic recipes, and festival recaps. Greg is a Wisconsin native who believes a Bloody Mary should be rich, satisfying, and served with a beer chaser. Our kind of guy. Their motto says it all: where you'll never drink alone.
They taste every mix on its own first, then with a spirit, so you know exactly what you're getting. We love that approach, and we're grateful they had us on.
š§ Listen to the full episode here.
What They Said
Classic Bloody Mary Mix: "Definitely a buy"
Greg and Amy started with our Classic Bloody Mary Mix, straight with no vodka.
"Definitely smells really fresh."
"I can taste that olive brine. I like that." ā Amy
"This tastes like a bloody kind of the way I would make one... It's got a nice balance of savory and spice."
When they added vodka, the spices came forward even more. Their final call:
"Fantastic. It's a very, very good mix... That's definitely a buy."
Classic Margarita Mix: "That one really knocked me out"
Next came our Classic Margarita Mix with blanco tequila on the rocks.
"That's perfect. Seriously."
"It's not too tart. It's not too sweet... I will buy more of that. It's just fantastic."
When Greg had to pick a favorite:
"If I had to pick one of the three, I think I'd go with the traditional margarita. That one really knocked me out."
Habanero Margarita Mix: "Richard, my hat is off"
Then came the Habanero Margarita Mix. Let's just say Amy's glasses fogged up.
"That's remarkable. The amount of spice, Richard, my hat is off. And it's an authentic pepper type of a spice. It's not just some Tabasco that was dumped in there. I can taste habanero pepper."
"I know some of our listeners are really into the heat. Check this stuff out."
Fair warning from Greg: if you're spice-averse, start slow. If you love heat, "go for it by all means."
Greg's Pro Tip: Club Soda Fixes Everything
During the episode, Greg said something we've been preaching for years:
"You know what you could add too? Club soda... Club soda fixes everything."
He's right. Club soda works in all three Dick's Mixes:
- It lightens the drink for brunch, daytime sipping, and warm afternoons
- It lifts the flavor so the citrus, herbs, and spice pop
- It tames the heat in our Habanero (Amy, this one's for you)
- It stretches the bottle when you're hosting a crowd
- It makes zero-proof feel like a celebration, since all our mixes are non-alcoholic
Here are three spritzes to try, one for each mix.
1. The Garden Snapper Spritz
Made with Dick's Mixes Classic Bloody Mary Mix
A lighter, citrusy take on the Bloody Mary, perfect for brunch.
Ingredients:
- 1Ā½ oz vodka (or gin for a fresher profile)
- 2 oz Dick's Mixes Classic Bloody Mary Mix
- 1 oz fresh cucumber juice (or muddled cucumber)
- Ā½ oz fresh lemon juice
- 2ā3 oz club soda
- Cucumber slices and a lemon wheel for garnish
Instructions:
- Add vodka, Bloody Mary mix, cucumber, and lemon juice to a shaker with ice.
- Shake lightly and strain into a tall glass over fresh ice.
- Top with club soda and stir gently.
- Garnish with cucumber and a lemon wheel.
Zero-proof: Skip the vodka and add an extra ounce of club soda.
Get the full Garden Snapper Spritz recipe ā
2. The Margarita Spritz
Made with Dick's Mixes Classic Margarita Mix
Greg's favorite mix, made lighter and bubblier. Our Classic Margarita is made with fresh lime, lemon, orange, cucumber, and organic agave, and club soda lets that citrus shine.
Ingredients:
- 1Ā½ oz blanco tequila (optional)
- 3 oz Dick's Mixes Classic Margarita Mix
- 2 oz club soda
- Fresh lime wedge
- Lime wheel for garnish; salt rim optional
Instructions:
- Salt the rim of a glass if you like, then fill it with ice.
- Add tequila and Classic Margarita Mix.
- Top with club soda and stir gently.
- Squeeze in the lime wedge and garnish with a lime wheel.
Zero-proof: Skip the tequila and use 3 oz club soda.
3. The Habanero Spritz
Made with Classic Margarita + Habanero Margarita Mix
Love the habanero flavor but not the full heat? This one's for you. Blending our Classic and Habanero Margarita mixes with club soda keeps the real pepper flavor and dials the heat back to a warm, sparkling kick. A splash of Grand Marnier adds a rich orange note.
The formula: 2 parts club soda, 2 parts Classic Margarita, 1 part Habanero Margarita
Ingredients:
- 2 oz club soda
- 2 oz Dick's Mixes Classic Margarita Mix
- 1 oz Dick's Mixes Habanero Margarita Mix
- Ā½ oz Grand Marnier
- Fresh lime
- Optional: 1Ā½ oz blanco tequila for a full-strength cocktail
Instructions:
- Fill a glass with ice.
- Add Classic Margarita Mix, Habanero Margarita Mix, and Grand Marnier (plus tequila if using).
- Squeeze in fresh lime.
- Top with club soda and stir gently.
- Garnish with a lime wheel. A chili-salt rim is a great extra.
More heat? Use equal parts Classic and Habanero. Less heat? Drop the Habanero to Ā½ oz.
Zero-proof: Skip the Grand Marnier and add a splash of fresh orange juice.
Try All Three
Can't pick a favorite? Neither could Greg. The Dick's Mixes 3 Bottle Variety Pack includes our Classic Bloody Mary, Classic Margarita, and Habanero Margarita, so you can make every drink on this list. Hosting a crowd? Grab the 6 Bottle Party Pack.
All Dick's Mixes are non-alcoholic, with no added preservatives and no high-fructose corn syrup. At The Fifty Best 2026, our Classic Bloody Mary won Double Gold, our Classic Margarita won Gold, and our Habanero Margarita won Silver.
A big thank you to Greg, Amy, and the whole My Big Fat Bloody Mary crew. Go give them a listen, subscribe, and pour yourself something good.