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Las Vegas, NV: Sammy’s Beach Bar & Grill at Harry Reid International Airport

Posted: May 5, 2026 in Uncategorized
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Sammy’s Beach Bar & Grill inside Harry Reid International Airport was our final stop of our most recent trip to Las Vegas—fittingly during a delay, which is prime time for one last Bloody Mary.

This one is their signature hand-shaken Bloody, made with Ketel One vodka and Element’s Bloody Mary elixir. It’s garnished with pepperoncini, celery, and a pickled olive, finished with a chili lime salt rim and a fresh lime wedge. So on paper, it checks a lot of boxes.

Flavor-wise, it delivers. It’s got a nice spice to it, well-balanced, and easy to drink—exactly what you want while killing time at the airport. The chili lime rim adds a little extra kick, which works well with the overall profile.

That said, it’s Vegas—and airport Vegas at that. At $22.50, it’s definitely on the pricey side, especially considering it’s not a particularly large pour. But at this point in the trip, that almost feels expected.

The Bloody Mary

• Spices/Flavor: Spicy, well-balanced, and flavorful
• Fixin’s: Pepperoncini, celery, pickled olive, lime
• Chaser: None
• Presentation: Classic with a chili lime salt rim
• Price: $22.50

If you find yourself stuck at the airport, this is a solid way to wrap up a Vegas trip. It may be expensive and not oversized, but it delivers on flavor—and sometimes that’s exactly what you need before heading home.

Las Vegas, NV: Bourbon Steak

Posted: May 5, 2026 in Uncategorized
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Bourbon Steak by Chef Michael Mina inside the Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas delivers a top-tier dining experience, and their cocktail program absolutely matches that level. Naturally, when I spotted Diane’s Bloody Martini on the menu, I had to give it a try.

This isn’t your traditional Bloody Mary—it’s a completely elevated, reimagined version. Made with Grey Goose vodka and Bombay Sapphire, it blends both vodka and gin with a jalapeño Bloody Mary mix, olive and pepper brine, plus celery and fire bitters. So right off the bat, you know you’re getting something layered and complex.

Presentation-wise, it leans martini-style. It’s served chilled with a side of ice rather than over it, along with a garnish set of cocktail onion, olive, red pepper, and lemon. It’s clean, intentional, and a big departure from the overloaded Bloody presentations you see elsewhere.

Flavor-wise, this is where it really stands out. It’s bold, briny, slightly spicy, and incredibly unique. You get that familiar Bloody essence, but refined and sharpened through the martini format. If you’ve been getting into martinis—or even if you just appreciate a creative cocktail—this one hits a really interesting middle ground.

At $24, it’s definitely in line with Vegas high-end cocktail pricing, especially at a place like Bourbon Steak. And while their cocktail list (not to mention the wine selection) is extensive enough to tempt you in other directions, this is absolutely worth ordering at least once.

Diane’s Bloody Martini

• Spices/Flavor: Bold, briny, slightly spicy with a refined edge
• Fixin’s: Cocktail onion, olive, red pepper, lemon (served on the side)
• Chaser: None
• Presentation: Martini-style, served chilled with side ice and garnishes
• Price: $24

If you’re a Bloody Mary fan—or a martini fan looking to try something different—this is a standout. It’s creative, elevated, and one of the more memorable takes on a Bloody you’ll find in Vegas.