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The Canadian Caesar cocktail is bold, savory and perfect for brunch, BBQs or celebrating Canada Day. Made with Clamato juice, vodka and spices, it’s a Canadian classic known for its rich flavor and customizable garnishes. Whether you’re entertaining guests or relaxing at home, this drink is a must-try. It’s easy to prepare, satisfying to sip and always a conversation starter.
This Canadian Caesar cocktail is savory, spicy, zesty, and so satisfying. With vodka, Clamato and vibrant seasonings, it’s Canada’s ultimate brunch drink.
You might like to try some other Canadian classics such as poutine, East coast lobster rolls, a Halifax donair, or butter tarts.
Why You’ll Love It
Savory and spicy: Each sip is packed with bold, briny flavor.
Simple to make: No mixology skills needed, just basic ingredients.
Perfect for entertaining: Great for brunches, cookouts or Canada Day.
Customizable garnish options: Go classic or get creative with toppings.
Canadian Caesar Cocktail Ingredients
A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
Vodka: The base spirit that gives the cocktail its kick.
Lime juice: Adds brightness and acidity to balance the savory mix.
Worcestershire sauce: Deepens the umami flavor.
Tabasco sauce: Brings a spicy edge.
Maggi sauce: Optional, but adds rich, savory complexity.
Clamato juice: The signature mix of clam and tomato juices for that classic Caesar flavor.
Ice: Keeps everything chilled and refreshing.
Celery salt: Used to rim the glass with a flavorful edge.
How to Make Caesar Cocktails Canadian Style
For more detailed instructions with weights and measurements, jump to the printable recipe card.
Rim the glass: Use celery salt to coat the edge of your serving glass.
Mix the cocktail: In a glass, combine Clamato juice, vodka, lime juice, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco, Maggi sauce, salt, and pepper.
Add ice: Fill the glass with ice to chill the mixture.
Garnish and serve: Top with a celery stick, pickles or your favorite savory garnish, and enjoy Canada’s national drink!
Substitutions and Variations
Make it vegetarian: Use tomato juice instead of Clamato.
Adjust the spice level: Use more or less Tabasco to suit your heat preference.
Try flavored vodka: Use pepper or citrus vodka for a fun twist.
Swap Clamato for tomato juice: Add a splash of clam or fish sauce to mimic the savory flavor of Clamato.
Serving Suggestions
With appetizers: Maple bacon turkey sliders and crispy pizza bagel bites would go really well with these Canadian cocktails.
With chips and dips: Enjoy your favorite chips with a dip trio, perhaps pink beet hummus, baked artichoke dip and jalapeno corn dip.
How to Store Canadian Caesars
Store: This cocktail is best served fresh. If you do have leftovers, you can keep them refrigerated and drink within a day or so. If you want to prepare the cocktails ahead, you can mix the main ingredients but don’t rim the glasses or add the ice until serving.
Freeze: I don’t recommend freezing these.
Top Tips
Use high-quality vodka: A smoother vodka gives better flavor without harshness.
Chill everything first: Cold juice and vodka make the Caesar extra crisp.
Layer your garnishes thoughtfully: Add height and texture for visual appeal.
Don’t overdo the Worcestershire sauce: A little goes a long way for that umami punch.
Experiment with pickled items: Beans, asparagus and olives make great additions.
Spicy Caesar Cocktail FAQs
Suggested garnishes for your Caesar drink include green olives, celery sticks, pickles or gherkins, skewers of pickles and green olives, cooked bacon slices, mini bagel bites, cherry tomatoes, shrimp or scallops, French fries, cocktail onions, pepperoni sticks, cheese cubes, peameal bacon, cooked green beans, mini sliders, devilled eggs, lobster claw, leaves from a romaine heart, spears of cooked asparagus, lime wedges, mini grilled cheese triangles, garlic bread knots, and feta-stuffed peppers!
This just means adding extra Worcestershire sauce.
This means adding extra hot sauce.
Classic Canadian Caesar Cocktail Recipe
Canadian Caesar Cocktail
Equipment
- Cocktail Spoon
- Pitcher Optional
Ingredients
- 1 ½ Ounces vodka
- ½ Ounces lime juice
- 4 Dash Worcestershire sauce
- 3 Dashes Tabasco sauce
- 3 Dashes Maggi sauce
- 1 Pinch salt
- 1 Pinch black pepper
- ½ Cup Clamato juice
- 1 Cup ice
- 1 Tablespoon celery salt , or homemade paprika salt or peppered salt
Instructions
- Rim the glass with the seasoning salt rimmer of your preference. Moisten the glass rim with lime juice and then roll it in the celery salt or whatever you're using.
- In a glass, mix the clamato juice, Vodka, Tabasco sauce, Worcestershire sauce, Maggi sauce (optional) lime juice, salt and pepper.
- Add your preferred garnishes. You'll find options and ideas above.
Notes
Chill everything first: Cold juice and vodka make the Caesar extra crisp.
Layer your garnishes thoughtfully: Add height and texture for visual appeal.
Don’t overdo the Worcestershire sauce: A little goes a long way for that umami punch.
Experiment with pickled items: Beans, asparagus and olives make great additions. Just about anything pickled will work!
Nutrition
The Canadian Caesar cocktail is a true Canadian favorite with a bold, briny flavor profile that stands out from the crowd. Made with Clamato juice, vodka and a savory blend of seasonings, it’s the ultimate pick for brunch, a summer BBQ or celebrating Canada Day. Its rich flavor, spicy edge and customizable garnishes make it more than just a drink. If you’re in the mood to try something new or share a taste of Canadian culture, this cocktail is a must.
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Bella Bucchiotti
Bella Bucchiotti is a Canadian-based syndicated food, travel, and lifestyle writer, photographer, and creator at xoxoBella. She founded xoxoBella in 2015, where she shares her love for food, dogs, sustainability, fitness, crafts, outdoor adventures, travel, and philanthropy to encourage others to run the extra mile, try new recipes, visit unfamiliar places, and stand for a cause. Bella creates stress-free and family-friendly recipes for weeknight dinners and festive feasts.
I don’t personally drink because its not good for your health but I have friends whom do and this recipe looks super yummy!
So yummy cocktail recipe. Definitely gonna try sometimes.. Thanks for sharing.
I have always wanted to try a Caesar. I saw once with a burger on top!