Clamato Tomato Cocktail (1L)

Clamato is a non-alcoholic tomato-and-clam-broth cocktail mixer in a 1-litre bottle. First blended in 1966, it is widely recognised as the base for Micheladas and Caesars. The recipe starts with reconstituted tomato juice concentrate, then layers in dried clam broth, MSG, spices, onion and garlic powder, red chili pepper, citric acid and vinegar. Mott's has produced it continuously since its debut, and the brand has been owned by Keurig Dr Pepper since 2008. The aroma opens with bright, concentrated tomato and a subtle brininess, with hints of garlic, onion and warm spice. On the palate it is tangy and tomatoey, broadened by umami from the clam broth and MSG, with mild sweetness, garlic, onion and peppery spice. The finish is medium length with lingering brininess, gentle chili warmth and residual tomato tang.