Description
Spirited cocktail lovers find bliss in this beer boulevardier, blending whiskey, Campari, and sweet vermouth with a hoppy twist. Rich amber tones and complex flavors make this drink a sophisticated choice for passionate mixologists seeking bold, unique refreshment.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Spirits:
- 1 oz (30 ml) bourbon or rye whiskey
- 1 oz (30 ml) Campari
- 1 oz (30 ml) sweet vermouth
Beer:
- 2 oz (60 ml) amber ale or IPA
Garnishes:
- 1 orange twist
- 1 cherry (optional)
Ice:
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Chill a mixing glass and add bourbon or rye whiskey, creating a robust foundation for the cocktail.
- Pour Campari and sweet vermouth into the same glass, introducing complex herbal and bitter notes.
- Fill the mixing glass with large ice cubes and stir methodically for 30 seconds, ensuring thorough integration and optimal temperature.
- Select a rocks glass and fill it with fresh ice cubes to maintain the drink’s crisp character.
- Strain the whiskey-based mixture carefully into the prepared rocks glass, allowing a smooth, controlled pour.
- Select an amber ale or IPA with complementary flavor profiles to enhance the cocktail’s depth.
- Gently cascade the chosen beer over the strained mixture, creating a gentle swirl that marries the ingredients.
- Extract an orange, carefully cut a twist, and express its vibrant essential oils directly over the drink’s surface.
- Optionally crown the cocktail with a classic maraschino cherry, adding a traditional decorative and flavor element.
- Serve immediately, presenting a balanced blend of whiskey, bitter liqueur, vermouth, and craft beer.
Notes
- Choose a robust bourbon or rye with strong flavor profiles to stand up to the bitter Campari and hoppy beer.
- Select an amber ale or IPA with complementary malt or citrus notes that enhance the cocktail’s complexity.
- Chill the mixing glass and serving glass beforehand to maintain optimal drink temperature and prevent dilution.
- Experiment with different beer styles like wheat ales or stouts to create unique flavor variations of the classic Boulevardier.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg