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How to Make The Boulevardier ’The Famous Harry’s Bar Cocktail' | Behind The Bar

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Boulevardier

Cultural Context

The Boulevardier is a classic cocktail that originated in the early 1920s, often attributed to the American expatriates in Paris. It combines the rich flavors of bourbon, sweet vermouth, and Campari, creating a sophisticated and bittersweet drink. This cocktail has gained popularity in modern cocktail culture, often enjoyed as a pre-dinner drink or at social gatherings, showcasing the timeless appeal of whiskey-based cocktails.

AmericanUSdrink
5 min
easy
1 servings
Servings4
2 ounces bourbon
3/4 ounce sweet vermouth
3/4 ounce Campari
orange peel
ice

sweet vermouth

🥗Healthier: dry vermouth

💰Cheaper: red wine

Dry vermouth offers a lighter flavor, while red wine can be a cost-effective substitute.

Campari

🥗Healthier: Aperol

💰Cheaper: bitters

Aperol is less bitter and lower in alcohol, and bitters can mimic some flavors.

1

Pour 2 ounces of bourbon into a mixing glass.

2

Add 3/4 ounce of sweet vermouth to the mixing glass.

3

Add 3/4 ounce of Campari to the mixing glass.

4

Stir the mixture in the mixing glass with ice.

5

Pour the mixture into a chilled coupe glass or a rocks glass with ice.

6

Express the oils from an orange peel over the drink.

7

Garnish with the orange peel, optionally burning it with a match for a smoky effect.

Cooking Techniques

mixinggarnishing

Equipment Needed

mixing glassbar spoonstrainercoupe glassrocks glass

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Also Known As

Boulevardier Cocktail

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