12 Nov 2022: Boulevardier

While I do enjoy a Negroni cocktail, when colder weather hits, it feels like time to mix it up a bit. The Boulevardier cocktail does just that by substituting bourbon for gin. I’ve seen this cocktail made with equal parts, but I sometimes find Campari overwhelmingly bitter, so using the Diffords proportions resulted in a smooth and balanced cocktail which, in my opinion, worked better and allowed the bourbon to shine through.

The Boulevardier

1-1/2 oz. bourbon (I used Woodfords)

3/4 oz. sweet vermouth (Cocchi Torino is my sweet red of choice)

34 oz. Campari

Add the ingredients to a mixing glass along with ice. Stir for 30 seconds. Strain into a chilled glass (I used an old fashioned glass) or serve over ice. Garnish with orange peel.