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Bitter, Sweet & Bourbon: Navy Yard Boulevardier

Bartenders At Home

Watch bartender Justin Cara-Donna mix up his twist on the classic Boulevardier featuring Russell’s Reserve® Bourbon.

The Daily Beast

Updated Jul. 09, 2020 3:47PM ET / Published Jun. 16, 2020 3:34PM ET 

Courtesy Justin Cara-Donna

Thank you Russell’s Reserve® for partnering with Half Full on the Bartenders At Home cocktail video series.

What inspired you to create this cocktail? “I wanted to create a cocktail that fits into the classic bittersweet profile of a Boulevardier, but would be lighter and herbaceous to fit with the change towards warmer weather.”

When would you serve this drink? “It is ideal as a warm-weather before or after dinner drink!”

What music would you pair it with? “Anything with a chill vibe that does not get in the way of a good conversation while you sip.”

What food would you pair it with? “Some charcuterie to savor, and something light, like a panzanella salad for a palate cleanser.”

Name the person (dead or alive) you’d like to make this cocktail for. “Anthony Bourdain.”

Navy Yard Boulevardier 

By Justin Cara-Donna 

INGREDIENTS 

  • 1.5 parts Dry vermouth 
  • 1 part Russell’s Reserve® 10 Year Old Bourbon (Order on Drizly)
  • .5 part Maraschino liqueur 
  • .25 part Campari®
  • .25 part Amontillado sherry 
  • 2 thin Cucumber slices 
  • Glass: Rocks 
  • Garnish: Cucumber slice

DIRECTIONS 

Add the sherry to a rocks glass. Swirl it around and dump out the excess. Place the glass on the side. Add the rest of the ingredients, except the bourbon, to a mixing glass. Gently muddle. Add the bourbon and fill with ice. Stir, and strain into the prepared glass. Fill with fresh ice and garnish with a cucumber slice.

You can find more Bartenders At Home cocktail tutorials here!

Interview has been condensed and edited.

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