Bloody Caesar
The Bloody Caesar stands as a beloved Canadian cocktail, celebrated for its robust and savory flavors. Created in Calgary, Alberta in the late 1960s, it has become a staple in Canadian cocktail culture. This drink offers a unique twist on the Bloody Mary, replacing the traditional tomato juice with Clamato juice—a blend of tomato and clam juices—which adds a distinctive brininess to the concoction. Combined with vodka, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and various seasonings, the Bloody Caesar delivers a savory, spicy, and refreshing experience that has garnered a loyal following. Often garnished with a celery stalk and sometimes accompanied by creative additions like pickled beans or a rim dipped in spices, this cocktail remains a favorite for brunches, gatherings, or simply when a bold and flavorful libation is desired.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 oz (45 ml) Vodka
- 4-6 oz (120-180 ml) Clamato juice
- 3 dashes Worcestershire sauce
- 2 dashes Hot sauce (such as Tabasco)
- Pinch of celery salt
- Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
- Ice cubes
- Celery stalk or garnishes of choice (optional)
Instructions
- Rim a highball glass with celery salt (optional) by moistening the rim with a lemon or lime wedge and dipping it into the salt.
- Fill the glass with ice cubes.
- Pour vodka, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, celery salt, and black pepper into the glass.
- Fill the glass with Clamato juice.
- Stir gently to combine the ingredients.
- Garnish your Bloody Caesar with a celery stalk or any preferred garnishes.
- Serve!