The Boulevardier is my go-to cool-weather drink, but this extra-bitter version from Brandon Lockman, lead bartender at Red Star Tavern in Portland, Oregon, gives the classic a run for its money. There's an ample pour of rye whiskey to start, layered with rich red Campari. But instead of sweet vermouth, Lockman calls for a mix of orange liqueur and cinnamon-y, cardamom-y Amaro Ramazzotti. The drink is a bit less fruity than a Boulevardier, with a kick of spice.
Pierre Ferrand's fragrant, balanced Dry Curaçao is truly best in this recipe; substitutes like Cointreau and Grand Marnier throw the drink out of whack. And don't even think about anything blue—those bottles are a different beast altogether.
Recipe Details
Midnight Stroll (Rye, Campari, and Ramazzotti Cocktail) Recipe
Ingredients
1 1/2 ounces (45ml) rye whiskey
3/4 ounce (22ml) Campari
1/2 ounce (15ml) Amaro Ramazzotti
1/4 ounce (7ml) Pierre Ferrand Dry Curaçao
Dash Peychaud's Bitters
Orange twist, for garnish
Directions
Add rye whiskey, Campari, Ramazzotti, curaçao, and bitters to a rocks glass and add ice. Stir until well chilled, garnish with orange twist, and serve.
Nutrition Facts (per serving) | |
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230 | Calories |
0g | Fat |
20g | Carbs |
0g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings: 1 | |
Amount per serving | |
Calories | 230 |
% Daily Value* | |
Total Fat 0g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 0g | 0% |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 3mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 20g | 7% |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 2% |
Total Sugars 16g | |
Protein 0g | |
Vitamin C 8mg | 41% |
Calcium 10mg | 1% |
Iron 0mg | 0% |
Potassium 22mg | 0% |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. |