History & Heritage
“Walter Chell devised the Caesar in 1969 for the opening of Calgary's Marco's restaurant, inspired by spaghetti alle vongole. He mixed vodka with clam-infused tomato juice, spices, and a celery-salt rim. Mott's soon launched Clamato, and the briny brunch cocktail became a Canadian icon, even celebrated each May on National Caesar Day.”
Ingredients
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Method
Technique transforms ingredients into something extraordinary.
Rim a highball glass with celery salt and fill with ice
Add vodka, Clamato, hot sauce, and Worcestershire
Stir well
Garnish with a celery stalk and lime wedge
Glassware
Served over ice in a highball glass
Garnish
Fresh celery stalk
Fresh lime wedge
Master's Tips
Professional insights to elevate your craft
Adjust hot sauce to taste
Rim the glass generously with celery salt
Roll between tins rather than shake to keep it smooth
Flavor Journey
Every great cocktail tells a story through its flavors. Here's the sensory experience you can expect.
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Variations & Riffs
Classic cocktails inspire countless variations. Here are some popular riffs on the Bloody Caesar.
Spicier
Add horseradish and extra hot sauce for more kick.
Changes
More Savory
Dash of pickle or olive brine deepens the umami.
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Bloody Mary
Swap in tomato juice for the classic version.
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Bloody Maria
Tequila base for agave bite.
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Red Snapper
Gin-based cousin created at the St. Regis.
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Michelada
Beer, lime, and spices mix with the clam-tomato base for a Mexican favorite.
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Virgin Mary
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Black Russian
A minimalist mix of vodka and coffee liqueur that delivers bold, roasty sweetness—essentially a White Russian without the cream.