East Troy, WI: Lulabell’s Dockside

Posted: November 11, 2026 in Uncategorized
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Well, we made it around the entirety of Lake Geneva, logging over 22 miles, and stopping for three bloodies along the way. Thus, it was only fitting to save the most spectacular Bloody Mary for our final stop of the day!

Located on Lake Beulah, Lulabell’s Dockside is known for its signature Bloody Mary, and it certainly lived up to the reputation. Between the phenomenal service, fantastic waitress and an impressive lineup of garnishes, this was an excellent way to wrap up the day.

The Bloody Mary

Mix: Vodka mixed with their famous house Bloody Mary blend. Of all four Bloody Marys we sampled, this one had the best flavor. Absolutely phenomenal!

Fixin’s: Jumbo shrimp, celery, onion, peppers, pickle, olives, mushrooms and cucumber.

Chaser: Miller Lite beer chaser.

Presentation: A loaded signature Bloody Mary with an impressive assortment of garnishes.

Price: $14.

Our Take: What a way to finish the day! Lulabell’s delivered the best-tasting Bloody of our excursion.

Williams Bay, WI: Harpoon Willie’s

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Our next stop on our Lake Geneva hike took us to Williams Bay and Harpoon Willie’s Pub. This was a fun stop with great service, a lively atmosphere inside and a Bloody Mary that checked a lot of boxes. Sometimes the overall experience is just as important as what’s in the glass, and Harpoon Willie’s delivered.

The Bloody Mary

Mix: unknown

Fixin’s: Two olives and a salted rim.

Chaser: Beer chaser served on the side.

Presentation: A classic Bloody Mary with a salted rim and simple garnishes.

Price: Approximately $7 (unconfirmed).

Our Take: We really enjoyed this stop. The service was excellent, the vibe inside was fun, and the Bloody Mary itself was very good. A solid neighborhood bar experience and another worthwhile addition to our Wisconsin Bloody Mary adventures!

Fontana, WI: Chuck’s

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Fortunately, after our disappointing Bloody Mary at 240 West, redemption wasn’t far away! We discovered Chuck’s was open at 11 a.m. and it was just about that time, so we decided to pull up a stool and give Fontana another try before proceeding with our hike. This stop turned out to be a much better experience, with some nice touches that made all the difference.

The Bloody Mary

Mix: Sacramento Bloody Mary mix. The bartender asked whether we wanted it spicy or not spicy, which was a great touch.

Fixin’s: Two olives and a pickle.

Chaser: Mini can of Miller Lite.

Presentation: Simple, but had all the essentials.

Price: Approximately $8.

Our Take: Chuck’s was a pleasant surprise and a nice turnaround after our first stop. The Sacramento mix, customizable spice level and mini Miller Lite chaser made this a very enjoyable Bloody Mary. Sometimes it’s the little things that make the difference, and Chuck’s got those details right!

Fontana, WI: Bar 240 West

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On a seasonably warm morning in November, a friend and I set out for the ambitious 22-Mile Loop around Lake Geneva. About 10 miles in, we decided it was time for a much-needed Bloody Mary stop. Our first stop was 240 West inside The Abbey Resort. Unfortunately, this one didn’t quite live up to expectations.

The Bloody Mary

Mix: Basic Bloody Mary. Nothing particularly memorable.

Fixin’s: Two olives, a tiny piece of pickle and a slice of lime.

Chaser: None offered.

Presentation: Pretty minimal.

Price: $10.

Our Take: We had high hopes for our first stop at The Abbey Resort, but this one was a bit of a letdown. At $10, we were expecting a little more, particularly when it came to the garnishes and overall experience. It was a quiet Monday morning, but we were ready to move on and find something better.

New Berlin, WI: Mary’s Caddyshack

Posted: October 30, 2026 in Uncategorized
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A hole-in-the-wall in New Berlin that you might not expect to find a great Bloody Mary at, but Mary’s Caddyshack delivered! Located near New Berlin Hills and Greenfield Park golf courses, it’s a fun stop after a round, with two-for-one drinks and beer chasers available with your scorecard. Bloody Marys aren’t included in the deal, but at $6, they’re a deal in their own right.

The Bloody Mary

  • Spices/Flavor: Zing Zang mix, shaken and doctored up by the bartender. She put in the extra effort to make this one herself, and it turned out great.
  • Fixin’s: Sacramento olives and a pickle. Shoutout to the bartender for opening up the jars and putting together the garnish herself!
  • Chaser: Pickle beer offered. Always a nice touch!
  • Presentation: Served in a basic glass. Nothing fancy, but the bartender made it herself and gave it some extra attention.
  • Price: $6. A great deal for a Bloody Mary, especially when you consider the two-for-one drinks and beer chasers available with your scorecard.

Our take: Mary’s Caddyshack is a fun little hole-in-the-wall that you wouldn’t necessarily expect to find from the outside. The Bloody Mary was a great value, and the bartender deserves a shoutout for making it herself and doctoring it up in the afternoon. Definitely a place I’ll be back to next time I’m golfing at New Berlin Hills or Greenfield Park!

Fond du Lac, WI: Backyard Grill & Bar

Posted: October 28, 2026 in Uncategorized
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This one was a pleasant surprise in Fond du Lac!

The Bloody Mary at Backyard Grill & Bar was made with Sacramento Bloody Mary mix, which is always one of our favorites. It came with a pickle, an olive, a lemon wedge and a salted rim.

Sometimes a good mix is all you need, and this one delivered. The flavor was really good, and the combination of the Sacramento mix and the classic garnishes made for an enjoyable Bloody Mary.

We don’t have a confirmed price, but we think it was around $8. No chaser was offered.

Overall, this was a really good Bloody and one we’d happily order again.

Price: Estimated $8
Mix: Sacramento Bloody Mary mix
Garnish: Pickle, olive, lemon wedge, salted rim
Chaser: None offered
Our take: A really good Bloody Mary with one of our favorite mixes

Mequon, WI: Mee-Kwon Park Golf Course

Posted: October 28, 2026 in Uncategorized
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After a round of golf, we headed to the patio at Mee-Kwon Park for a Bloody Mary. This one was pretty basic, served in a plastic cup with Zing Zang mix.

It did come with a beer chaser, which is always appreciated. I went with an Oktoberfest, so at least that part of the experience was a nice touch.

But when it came to the Bloody itself, there wasn’t much to get excited about. No garnish, no fixings, nothing to dress it up. Just the Bloody and the chaser.

At $9, we were hoping for a little more, especially when it comes to the presentation.

Price: $9
Mix: Zing Zang
Garnish: None
Chaser: Oktoberfest
Our take: A basic post-round Bloody that could use a little more personality

Lake Geneva, WI: Turf.Kitchen + Tap

Posted: October 21, 2026 in Uncategorized
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A Bloody Mary and a good breakfast before a round of golf? That’s a pretty solid way to start the day.

This Bloody was made with Rush Creek Vodka and Zing Zang mix, with celery salt, two olives and a lime. No chaser was offered, and we’re unsure of the price.

However, most importantly, the bloody was good, and the breakfast was excellent. If you’re heading to Geneva National for a round, this is a great way to fuel up before hitting the course.

Vodka: Rush Creek Vodka
Mix: Zing Zang
Garnish: Celery salt, 2 olives, lime
Chaser: None offered
Price: Unknown
Our take: A good Bloody Mary paired with an excellent breakfast before golf.

Harvard, IL: Oak Grove Golf Course

Posted: October 5, 2026 in Uncategorized
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Another golf course Bloody Mary that kept things pretty simple.

The Bloody Mary at Oak Grove Golf Course in Harvard, Illinois was a pretty standard Bloody Mary with two olives. Nothing particularly wrong with it, but nothing that really stood out either.

It was perfectly fine if you wanted a Bloody while you were at the course, but overall, this one landed firmly in the “nothing special” category.

Mix: Unknown
Garnish: 2 olives
Chaser: None offered
Our take: Standard, nothing to write home about (like my round that day)

St. Louis, MO: Great American Bagel

Posted: October 5, 2026 in Uncategorized
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Airport Bloody Marys can be a bit of a gamble, and this one definitely wasn’t worth the gamble.

I was at the St. Louis Airport in St. Louis, MO (Terminal 2) and stopped at one restaurant, where I overheard the bartender say they didn’t have olives. So I kept walking and ended up at the bar at Great American Bagel because I saw a woman there who was drinking a Bloody Mary and that one at least had olives… However, once I had my drink in hand, we started comparing notes and quickly agreed on one thing: neither of us could taste the alcohol.

She ordered a double. I ordered a double. Still couldn’t taste it.

She ordered another one. I decided I’d had enough of the experiment.

The Bloody came with two olives and, beyond that, there wasn’t much to write home about. Add in the airport price tag, and this one was pretty lackluster.

Mix: Unknown
Garnish: 2 olives
Chaser: None
Our take: Overpriced airport Bloody ($24 for the double) that was light on flavor and apparently light on alcohol

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