The Boulevardier
Love a Negroni? Why not take it to the next level with this bittersweet, whiskey based aperitif.
For this Boulevardier, we upped the American whiskey so it really shines through. Not for the fainthearted, but if you like all things boozy and bitter then this is the tipple for you.
Ingredients
40ml (1 & 1/3oz) bourbon
20ml (2/3oz) sweet vermouth
20ml (2/3oz) Campari
Orange twist to garnish
Good ice
Equipment
A rocks glass
A mixing glass
A jigger
A barspoon
A julep strainer
Method
Prep your twist.
Add bourbon, vermouth and Campari to the glass, fill with as much ice as possible and stir until desired dilution.
Strain over good quality ice, squeeze the orange twist to expel the citrus oil over the drink then add the twist to the glass. Enjoy!
Suggested Spirits
Although it is a whiskey based drink, The Boulevardier works well as an aperitif cocktail if you use lighter style ingredients. We used Woodford Reserve bourbon as it is triple distilled for a lighter body. Similarly, Dolin vermouth is really delicate and herbaceous so works well, but Martini or Cinzano could definitely be substituted if they’re easier to get your hands on.
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