The Bloody Mary vs. The Bloody Caesar — and a Ultimate Recipe Guide to the variations

The Bloody Mary and Caesar are know amongst the masses to be the best hangover cure. While it can be considered one of the most complex drinks to prepare, it’s also the most customizable.

Despite what you may call your variation of the cocktail, there’s one things we can all agree on, and it’s the Bloody Mary, or Bloody Caesar’s ability to cure a hangover. Although both have also been referred to as “the world’s most complex cocktail”, they’re actually quite simple to make at home.

 

Breaking Down Misconceptions

Some think they’re the same, others say they’re different. Reality is, they’re similar but not the same. The key difference is in the ingredients. The Bloody Mary’s key ingredient, a side from Vodka, is Tomato Juice, the Bloody Caesar’s is Clamato juice. Yes both Tomato juice and Clamato are tomato based, but Clamato also has a special ingredient…clam juice. That’s why some refer to a Bloody Caesar as a “love potion” because of it’s claimed “aphrodisiac properties” from the clam juice. Whether its a baby making potion or not, it’s delicious!

How to Make a Bloody Mary or Caesar?

Regardless of the personal flare you are going to add to your Bloody Mary or Caesar, there is – for the most part – a list of core ingredients you will need for your creation:

 

Classic Recipe – Ingredients

 

Want something a little more “off the cusp”, our Mixology Editor, Orlando Carreira put together this spice alternative:

 

Orlando’s Recipe – Ingredients

 

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass or shaker, stir, and pour into an ice-filled collins glass. Garnish with celery, olive, or whatever inspires you.

 

Here’s a couple options to take your garnish up a notch:

 

Here’s a couple options to “spice up” your rims to:

 

Some celebrate them on New Year’s name (National Bloody Mary Day), some celebrate it May 16th (National Caesar Day). Others just celebrate it every day between May to September, or whenever the weather is nice — whether in your backyard or in a patio. No matter what day you celebrate them, just enjoy. Bottoms up!