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East Troy, WI: Lulabell’s Dockside

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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.