Missoula Bloody Mary Named Best in Montana

Once in a while, one of our own slips onto a national list and earns that slow, knowing head nod that so many Montanans are famous for. This time, it’s a Bloody Mary.

Food site Chowhound recently released its list of the best Bloody Marys in every state. Montana’s winner? Montgomery Distillery.

What that means is a Bloody Mary made right here in Missoula is being talked about in the same breath as some of the best in the country. Not too shabby for a town that likes its brunch down to earth and its cocktails up to snuff.

Not a Gimmick Bloody

This isn’t one of those Bloody Marys overloaded with half a deli counter and a cheeseburger skewer just for Instagram. Montgomery’s version makes the cut the right way by earning it.

It’s balanced. Savory. Thoughtful. Built with quality booze and real flavor, not novelty. This is a Bloody Mary you actually want to drink, not photograph.

Plus, it is classy. Just about anyone can throw bacon and pickles in a glass. It’s harder to nail a Bloody Mary that holds your interest from the first sip to the last. That’s where the craft comes in.

Why This One Caught National Radar

Chowhound’s list wasn’t about excess. It focused on Bloody Marys that stand out for execution, creativity, and consistency. Montgomery checks all three boxes.

It captures something Missoula does well. Laid back confidence. Attention to detail. No need to shout about it. You don’t become “best in the state” on a national list by accident. You earn it one pour at a time.

A Small Town, Big Statement

This is the part locals love. Montana doesn’t show up on national food lists very often. And when it does, it’s usually for something wild or ironic.

A Missoula Bloody Mary now represents the entire state. That’s a win not just for Montgomery Distillery, but for the city and its hard earned reputation as a place where hangovers don't stand a chance on a Sunday morning.

Cheers to That