Equal Parts MacElhone (Boulevardier)
A rich and sophisticated sibling to the Negroni, the Boulevardier swaps gin for the warmth of whiskey, creating a timeless cocktail that embodies the spirit of 1920s Paris.
28%
ABV
easy
Difficulty
coupe
Glass
Flavor Profile
History & Heritage
“The Boulevardier was created in the 1920s at Harry's New York Bar in Paris by Harry MacElhone for Erskine Gwynne, an American writer. The cocktail, named after Gwynne's literary magazine, is a whiskey-based variation of the Negroni and became a symbol of the American expatriate community in Paris during the Roaring Twenties.”
Ingredients
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Method
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Stir all ingredients with ice until well-chilled.
Strain into a chilled coupe or Nick & Nora glass.
Garnish with an expressed orange twist.
Glassware
Served in a chilled coupe or Nick & Nora glass
Garnish
Expressed over the drink
Flavor Journey
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Master's Tips
Professional insights to elevate your craft
The equal parts formula provides a perfect balance between the robust whiskey, the bitter Campari, and the sweet, herbal vermouth.
Stir the cocktail with good quality ice for about 20-30 seconds to achieve the ideal chill and dilution.
Use a fresh orange twist and express the oils over the drink for a bright, aromatic dimension.
Variations & Riffs
Classic cocktails inspire countless variations. Here are some popular riffs on the Equal Parts MacElhone (Boulevardier).
Old Pal
A close relative of the Boulevardier, the Old Pal is made with rye whiskey, Campari, and dry vermouth, resulting in a drier and spicier drink.
Changes
Negroni
The Boulevardier is often described as a whiskey-based Negroni. The Negroni is made with gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth.
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Boulevardier
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Equal-Parts Boulevardier
A classic ratio—equal parts bourbon (or rye), Campari, and sweet vermouth stirred and served up or on a rock.
Black Boulevardier
A modern evolution of the Boulevardier with added Amaro Averna—bourbon, Campari, sweet vermouth, and dark herbal complexity.