Bloody Caesar Recipe

Ingredients

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• 1 lime wedge
• 1 tablespoon celery salt, or as needed
• 1 cup ice, or as needed
• 2 fluid ounces vodka
• 4 dashes Worcestershire sauce
• 2 dashes hot sauce (such as Tabasco)
• 8 fluid ounces tomato clam juice (such as Clamato)
• 1 celery stick, plus other garnishes

Directions

1. Sprinkle celery salt onto a plate.
2. Moisten the rim of a glass with the lime wedge.
3. Press the moistened rim into the celery salt to coat it evenly.
4. Fill the glass with ice.
5. Pour in the vodka, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce (Tabasco).
6. Top with tomato clam juice (Clamato) and gently stir.
7. Sprinkle a pinch of celery salt into the glass.
8. Garnish with the lime wedge, a celery stick, and any other preferred garnishes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Calories	1g Fat	37g Carbs	3g Protein
286	1g	37g	3g

Additional Nutritional Information

• Total Fat: 1g (2% DV)
• Saturated Fat: 0g (1% DV)
• Cholesterol: 0mg (0% DV)
• Sodium: 4660mg (203% DV)
• Total Carbohydrate: 37g (13% DV)
• Dietary Fiber: 4g (14% DV)
• Total Sugars: 10g
• Protein: 3g (6% DV)
• Vitamin C: 35mg (38% DV)
• Calcium: 125mg (10% DV)
• Iron: 2mg (14% DV)
• Potassium: 458mg (10% DV)

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

The History of the Bloody Caesar

The Bloody Caesar was created in 1969 by bartender Walter Chell in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Chell was commissioned to invent a signature cocktail for the opening of the Italian-themed restaurant, Marcos. Inspired by the classic Bloody Mary, he experimented with tomato juice and clam broth, eventually combining them into what is now known as Clamato juice. This innovation gave the cocktail a unique briny and savory flavor that quickly captured the attention of Canadians and later, cocktail enthusiasts worldwide.

Regional Characteristics

The Bloody Caesar is distinctly Canadian and has become a national favorite, especially in Alberta where it originated. While the classic Bloody Mary relies solely on tomato juice, the Caesar's defining ingredient is Clamato juice, which blends tomato with clam broth. Additionally, the cocktail is traditionally garnished with celery salt on the rim and often includes creative touches like pickles, bacon, or shrimp, reflecting regional tastes and preferences.

How It Differs from Similar Drinks

While it is often compared to the Bloody Mary, the Bloody Caesar is less sweet and more savory due to the clam-infused tomato juice. The use of Worcestershire and hot sauces further enhances its umami profile, creating a more complex flavor. Unlike many other tomato-based cocktails, the Caesar maintains a delicate balance between briny, spicy, and citrus notes, setting it apart from its American cousin.

Typical Serving Occasions

The Bloody Caesar is most commonly served at brunch or as a weekend morning cocktail. It is a popular choice for social gatherings, especially in Canada, and is frequently enjoyed as a hair of the dog remedy after a long night. Bars and restaurants often present it in tall glasses with elaborate garnishes, turning the drink into a visually impressive experience as well as a flavorful one.

Interesting Facts

• The Bloody Caesar is considered Canadas national cocktail and outsells the Bloody Mary within the country.
• Clamato juice, the cocktails signature ingredient, was originally developed in California but gained fame through the Caesar.
• Some Canadian bars hold contests for the most creative Caesar garnishes, which can include everything from olives and pickles to mini hamburgers or lobster tails.
• Despite its seafood base, many people without a taste for shellfish enjoy the cocktail because the clam flavor is subtle and blends seamlessly with the tomato and spices.
• The drink has inspired numerous variations worldwide, yet purists maintain that the classic Canadian recipewith vodka, Clamato, Worcestershire, Tabasco, celery salt, and limeis unmatched.

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