Caesar (cocktail)

Bloody Caesar

Canadian cocktail made with vodka and Clamato juice

The Caesar is a popular cocktail in Canada, typically made with vodka, Clamato (a blend of tomato juice and clam broth), hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce, and served with ice in a large, celery salt-rimmed glass, typically garnished with a stalk of celery and a wedge of lime. It was invented in 1969 by Walter Chell, a restaurant manager in Calgary, Alberta.

History

The Caesar was created by Walter Chell to celebrate the opening of a new Italian restaurant in Calgary. Chell drew inspiration from the Italian dish Spaghetti alle vongole, which features clams and tomato sauce. The cocktail quickly became a hit in Canada and has since become a staple in Canadian culture.

Ingredients

The primary ingredients of a Caesar are:

• Vodka
• Clamato juice
• Hot sauce (commonly Tabasco sauce)
• Worcestershire sauce
• Celery salt (for rimming the glass)
• Garnishes such as celery stalks, lime wedges, pickled beans, or other pickled vegetables

Preparation

To prepare a Caesar:

1. Rim a highball glass with celery salt.
2. Fill the glass with ice.
3. Add 1.5 ounces of vodka.
4. Add 4 ounces of Clamato juice.
5. Add 2 dashes of hot sauce.
6. Add 2 dashes of Worcestershire sauce.
7. Stir well.
8. Garnish with a celery stalk, lime wedge, pickled bean, or other pickled vegetables.

Variations

There are several variations of the Caesar, including:

• The Bloody Caesar, which is similar to a Bloody Mary but uses Clamato instead of tomato juice.
• The Mexican Caesar, which substitutes tequila for vodka.
• The Clamdigger, which is a non-alcoholic version of the Caesar.

Cultural Significance

The Caesar is often considered Canada's national cocktail and is a popular choice for brunch. It is celebrated annually on May 18th, known as National Caesar Day in Canada.

Related Pages

• Bloody Mary (cocktail)
• Clamato
• Vodka
• Cocktail
• Calgary

See Also

• List of cocktails
• Canadian cuisine