Salted Caramel Vodka Recipe

Prepare glass

Select a chilled coupe or martini glass. Run a small amount of caramel sauce around the rim (use a spoon to spread a thin ring). Sprinkle the coarse sea salt evenly onto a small plate and gently press the caramel-rimmed glass into the salt so the salt adheres to the caramel. Set glass aside in the freezer for 2–3 minutes while you mix the drink.

Drizzle about 1/2 tsp caramel sauce inside the bottom of the chilled glass if you want extra caramel flavor when sipping.

Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes.

Add vodka (2 oz), salted caramel liqueur (1 oz), heavy cream (1/2 oz), simple syrup (1/4 oz), lemon juice (1/4 tsp) and a pinch of sea salt into the shaker. The lemon juice brightens and balances the sweetness; the pinch of salt enhances the salted caramel profile.

Shake vigorously for 12–15 seconds until the outside of the shaker is very cold and the cream is well incorporated and slightly frothy.

Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into the prepared chilled glass to remove ice shards and produce a smooth texture.

Optional: Top with a small dollop (about 1 tbsp) of whipped cream and a light drizzle of caramel sauce. Finish with a light pinch (tiny sprinkle) of sea salt over the top.

Serve immediately. Enjoy the balance of sweet caramel, creamy texture and a hint of salt.