Bloody Mary? Who needs red? Instead, insert some squid ink and see how you like it. Even if this sounds absurd, or as if arising from left field… you may not be totally wrong. On the other hand you should just try it yourself.!!Based on the research of Italian chefs and cuisine designers in greater Europe, the subtle flavor of fish fits quite well with the salty, spicy abundance in a regular Bloody Mary.!!Del Campo Bloody Mary!!What you will notice is, that the Squid Ink Bloody Mary at Del Campo Restaurant in New York City bases their Bloody Mary not with vodka, but instead with Pisco, a South American based Brandy often found in Peru or Chile.!!In combination with the stronger note of vodka, Pisco, with its sweeter, grape based taste, balances with the squid ink to create an intoxicating taste. Perfect for brunch, or this time, even a late night drink.!!Homemade Squid Ink Bloody Mary!!While some restaurants like Del Campo can pull of a feat like this with their culinary expertise and professional service, dealing with a squid at home is less… advisable.!!Chad Collins Charlestown, inspired by this eccentric menu item, gave it a shot himself. What he didn’t realize is that squid can be bought from a fish distributor, or purchased at the right market if you call ahead or pick somewhere accountable.!!Instead, Chad called a friend he knew had a boat, and decided to go in search of the squid himself. Out into the stormy seas of Martha’s Vineyard, a body of water where there are a record number of shipwrecks. Chad and his friend Camillo Anthony III set out on his small yacht.!!The Calmar Noir!!While Camillo’s girlfriend Azura Del Milan did not return home in one piece, she almost did not return home at all. They did indeed though return with a squid. After all the trouble and loss however, Chad and Camillo decided to keep the squid and forgo the addition of ink to their Bloody Mary.!!As Camillo’s boat was wrecked in the search, he dubbed his replacement yacht the “Calmar Noir” after the formidable foe, and new friend they had made. Seven weeks later, do to a fight between Azura and Camillo’s cleaning lady, the real calmar noir was injured in a cleaning accident. He eventually recovered, though he did spill some ink.!!For more mixology news on the newest cocktails and other ways to be the greatest bartender in New York City, follow Chad Collins Charlestown on Twitter and look for his page on Tumblr!