This is Why You're Drunk: The Boulevardier

My typical cocktail, for the past 5 years, has been the Manhattan - simple, classic, trustworthy. But, in an effort to broaden my potable horizons, I branched-out a bit:

The Boulevardier

it's basically a Negroni with bourbon - what a great idea!

I should have used a smaller orange

INGREDIENTS

Note: the Bouevardier pictured above is actually a double - don't judge me

• 1.5 oz Bourbon (go with Maker's or better)
• 1 oz Sweet Vermouth (use Carpano Antica Formula - it's the best)
• 1 oz Campari
• Orange/Lemon garnish or zest

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Put ice & liquor in a cocktail shaker
2. Shake shake shake
3. Pour into cocktail glass
4. Garnish with the citrus of your choosing
5. Drink with friends, family, or acquaintances - or alone in the supply closet at the office (it'll be our secret)

VARIATIONS

• I have seen the recipe call for Rye whisky - that's cool, go for it
• I have also seen the recipe call to be served in an old fashioned glass over ice. That's ok too - I guess. I mean, it's your liver - kill it however you want. I like the genteel sophistication of a martini glass

FAQs

• Why is this called "The Boulevardier?" >> No clue - even after reading this confusing article about the birth of this beverage