Barley Free Boulevardier
This stirred cocktail is the kind of drink that makes you slow down and actually savor what's in your glass. Bourbon brings warmth and depth, Campari adds that signature bittersweet edge, and sweet vermouth rounds everything out into something genuinely sophisticated. The technique matters here — a proper 25 to 30 stirs chills the drink without over-diluting it, so every sip lands exactly as it should. That final twist of orange peel isn't just for looks; expressing the oils over the surface adds a bright, citrusy lift that ties the whole thing together. Grain-sensitive drinkers will be glad to know that bourbon, Campari, and sweet vermouth are all naturally free of barley, making this a cocktail you can pour with confidence. Whether you serve it up in a chilled coupe or over a single large ice cube in a rocks glass, this is a genuinely elegant drink that rewards a little patience and care.
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1 serving
- 1 ½ oz bourbon
- 1 oz campari
- 1 oz sweet vermouth
- 1 large strip orange peel, for garnish
- 1 cup ice cubes, for stirring
- 1 large ice cube or ice sphere, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Chill a coupe or rocks glass by filling it with ice water and setting it aside while you build the drink.
- 2
Combine the bourbon, Campari, and sweet vermouth in a mixing glass. Add the ice cubes and stir with a bar spoon for 25–30 rotations, until the outside of the mixing glass feels very cold and the liquid is well-chilled and slightly diluted.
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