What glass is a Boulevardier served in?

A rocks glass. The wide mouth puts the aroma of a citrus twist right under your nose, and the heavy base survives muddling and stirring in the glass.

Is a Boulevardier shaken or stirred?

Stirred. It contains only spirits and modifiers, so stirring chills and dilutes it while keeping it clear and silky.

How strong is a Boulevardier?

About 22% ABV after dilution, or roughly 1.8 US standard drinks (26 g of alcohol) per serve.

How many calories are in a Boulevardier?

Roughly 226 kcal per drink, most of it from alcohol.

Can I make a Boulevardier without bourbon?

Yes. Rye Whiskey is the closest substitute, though the drink will taste different.

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Boulevardier

A Negroni with bourbon in place of gin: warmer, rounder and perfect in autumn.

Strength: 22% ABV
Standard drinks (US): 1.8
Calories: 226 kcal
In the glass: 5 oz
Method: Stirred

Bourbon
Campari
Sweet Vermouth

How to Make a Boulevardier

Add the bourbon, Campari and sweet vermouth to a mixing glass.
Fill with ice and stir for 25 to 30 seconds until well chilled.
Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.
Garnish with an orange twist.

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About the Boulevardier

American writer Erskine Gwynne, who published a Paris magazine called The Boulevardier, drank it at Harry's New York Bar. It appeared in Harry MacElhone's 1927 book.

Created 1920s in Paris, France. Listed as an official cocktail by the International Bartenders Association.

Bartender's tip: The higher whiskey ratio makes it less bitter than a Negroni.

Taste Profile

Sweet

Sour

Bitter

Strong

Fresh

Good to Know

What glass is a Boulevardier served in?: A rocks glass. The wide mouth puts the aroma of a citrus twist right under your nose, and the heavy base survives muddling and stirring in the glass.
Is a Boulevardier shaken or stirred?: Stirred. It contains only spirits and modifiers, so stirring chills and dilutes it while keeping it clear and silky.
How strong is a Boulevardier?: About 22% ABV after dilution, or roughly 1.8 US standard drinks (26 g of alcohol) per serve.
How many calories are in a Boulevardier?: Roughly 226 kcal per drink, most of it from alcohol.
Can I make a Boulevardier without bourbon?: Yes. Rye Whiskey is the closest substitute, though the drink will taste different.

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