Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 ounces vodka
- 4 ounces Clamato juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 dashes of hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon celery salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 lime wedge
- 1 celery stalk
Special Equipment Needed:
- Highball glass
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger
- Muddler
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
2. In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, Clamato juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, horseradish, lemon juice, celery salt, and pepper.
3. Shake vigorously for 10 seconds.
4. Fill the highball glass with the mixture from the shaker.
5. Squeeze the lime wedge into the glass and drop it in.
6. Muddle the celery stalk in the glass.
7. Stir the mixture with a bar spoon.
8. Garnish with a celery stalk.
Time:
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 0 minutes
Temperature: Cold
Serving Size: 1
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 140
Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 3g
Protein: 0g
Substitutions for Ingredients
- Vodka: Gin, Tequila, or White Rum
- Clamato Juice: Tomato juice
- Worcestershire Sauce: Soy Sauce
- Hot Sauce: Tabasco Sauce
- Prepared Horseradish: Fresh grated horseradish
Variations:
- Add a splash of Worcestershire sauce
- Add a splash of hot sauce
- Add a splash of Tabasco sauce
- Add a splash of soy sauce
- Add a splash of tomato juice
- Add a splash of fresh lime juice
Tips and Tricks:
- Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor.
- Use freshly ground black pepper for the best flavor.
- Use freshly muddled celery for the best flavor.
- Use high-quality vodka for the best flavor.
Storage Instructions:
This cocktail should be consumed immediately after preparation.
Reheating Instructions:
This cocktail cannot be reheated.
Presentation Ideas:
- Serve in a highball glass with a celery stalk garnish.
- Serve in a martini glass with a lime wedge garnish.
Garnishes:
- Lime wedge
- Celery stalk
Pairings:
- Fried foods
- Spicy foods
- Seafood
Suggested Side Dishes:
- French fries
- Onion rings
- Fried shrimp
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the cocktail is too strong, add more Clamato juice.
- If the cocktail is too weak, add more vodka.
Food Safety Advice:
- Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Always use high-quality vodka for the best flavor.
Food History:
The Caesar cocktail was invented in 1969 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. It is a variation of the Bloody Mary and is now a popular drink in Canada.
Flavor Profiles:
This cocktail has a savory, spicy, and tangy flavor.
Serving Suggestions:
This cocktail is best served as an aperitif or as an accompaniment to a meal.
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Region: Canadian