Beef Free Boulevardier
This stirred cocktail is the kind of drink that makes you slow down and actually savor the moment. Bourbon brings warmth and a little sweetness, Campari adds its signature bitter edge, and sweet vermouth ties everything together into something deeply satisfying and complex. 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 glass adds a bright, citrusy lift that pulls the whole thing into focus. Naturally, there's nothing here that comes from cattle — just spirits, a fortified wine, and a little citrus, so it fits effortlessly into a beef-free lifestyle without any substitutions or workarounds. Serve it up in a chilled coupe for a sleek, classic presentation, or pour it over a large ice cube if you prefer something a little more relaxed. Either way, this is a cocktail worth making properly.
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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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