Old Pal
A bracing Negroni cousin—rye, dry vermouth, and Campari in equal parts for a spicy, bone‑dry aperitivo.
27%
ABV
easy
Difficulty
nick-nora
Glass
History & Heritage
“Credited to Harry MacElhone circa 1922, the Old Pal swaps the Boulevardier’s sweet vermouth for dry, creating a leaner, more austere rye‑Campari aperitivo.”
Ingredients
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Method
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Stir all ingredients with ice until very cold
Strain into a chilled Nick & Nora or over a large cube in a rocks glass
Express a lemon twist over the top
Glassware
Served up or on a large rock
Garnish
Express oils
Flavor Journey
Every great cocktail tells a story through its flavors. Here's the sensory experience you can expect.
Sweet
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Sour
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Bitter
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Strong
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Master's Tips
Professional insights to elevate your craft
Rittenhouse‑style 100‑proof rye stands up best
Keep vermouth refrigerated for brightness
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