Emulsifier Free Boulevardier
This stirred cocktail is a bold, bittersweet classic that deserves a permanent spot in your home bar rotation. Bourbon brings warmth and depth, Campari adds its signature bitter edge, and sweet vermouth rounds everything out into something genuinely sophisticated. The good news for anyone avoiding emulsifiers is that this drink is naturally free of them — no syrups, no pre-made mixes, no mystery additives hiding in the bottle. Every ingredient here is straightforward, and the technique is just as clean: stir, chill, strain, and garnish. That final twist of orange peel is more than decorative — expressing the oils over the glass adds a bright, citrusy aroma that elevates the whole experience. Serve it up in a coupe for a sleek presentation or over a single large ice cube if you prefer a slower, more leisurely sip.
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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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