Smoked Caesar: A Bold Twist on a Classic Cocktail

Elevate your brunch or cocktail hour with a Smoked Caesar, a smoky take on the Canadian classic. Combining vodka, tangy pickle juice, and Clamato, this drink delivers a savory, zesty flavor with a subtle smoked aroma that transforms every sip.

Why You’ll Love This Cocktail

Savory & Smoky: Pickle juice, Worcestershire sauce, and Clamato mix with smoked flavors for an irresistible depth.
Perfect Brunch Drink: A bold alternative to Bloody Marys, ideal for weekend gatherings.
Customizable Garnishes: Pickled asparagus spears add crunch and visual appeal.
Easy to Make at Home: Use a cocktail smoker to infuse the glass with smoke for a professional touch.

Ingredients

1.5 oz vodka
0.5 oz pickle juice
4 shakes Worcestershire sauce
7 shakes Tabasco
Clamato to fill
Pickled asparagus spears for garnish
Ice
Wood chips for smoking

Instructions

Prepare the Cocktail Base: In a mixing glass, combine tomato juice, vodka, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, smoked chili, black pepper, and celery salt.
Mix Well: Stir gently until all ingredients are incorporated and chilled.
Serve & Garnish: Pour into a tall glass over ice, garnish with a celery sprig. Use the celery sprig as a stirrer and for nibbling late.
Enjoy: Sip slowly and savor the smoky, spicy complexity.

Pro Tips for the Perfect Smoked Chili Bloody Mary

Mix Ingredients: In a shaker, combine vodka, pickle juice, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco, and ice. Shake lightly.
Pour & Fill: Strain into a highball or tall glass filled with ice and Clamato.
Smoke: Use a cocktail smoker to fill the glass with a subtle smoky aroma. Let it settle for a few seconds.
Garnish: Add pickled asparagus spears (or other favorite garnishes) and serve immediately.

Pro Tips for Your Smoked Caesar

Adjust Spice: Add more or less Tabasco depending on your heat preference.
Pickle Juice Twist: Try different pickled vegetables for unique flavor notes.
Smoking Time: 10–15 seconds of smoke is usually enough to enhance aroma without overpowering the drink.

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