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Boulevardier cocktail in a lowball glass with clear ice and orange garnish

French Negroni · Better Negroni · Strong

Boulevardier

BitterSweetComplex
Base
Bourbon
Glass
Lowball
Method
Stirred
Effort
Beginner · 3 min
ABV
26%
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Build

  • 2 ozBourbonor Rye Whiskey
  • 1 ozCampari
  • 1 ozSweet Vermouthor Carpano Antica Formula / Cocchi Vermouth di Torino
  • 1 sliceOrangeor Orange peel · Cut into a wheel or slice · garnish

You’ll need: Mixing glass, Bar spoon, Strainer

Method — Stirred

  1. 1Add all liquid ingredients to a mixing glass filled with ice
  2. 2Stir until well-chilled (about 30 seconds)
  3. 3Strain into a lowball glass with a large clear ice cube
  4. 4Garnish with an orange slice

The story

Created in the 1920s at Harry's New York Bar in Paris. Named after a magazine called The Boulevardier.

Variations

Can be made with rye whiskey for a spicier profile. Using high-proof bourbon intensifies the flavors.

Host tips

The quality of the vermouth makes a significant difference. Store opened vermouth in the refrigerator.

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