Boulevardier Royale

Negroni & Riffs • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Boulevardier Royale cocktail containing Hennessy V.S. Cognac, Martini & Rossi Rosso Sweet Vermouth, Campari Aperitivo, Angostura Orange Bitters in a Coupe.

Curiada Ingredients

1.00 fl oz Hennessy V.S. Cognac or alternative
1.00 fl oz Martini & Rossi Rosso Sweet Vermouth or alternative
1.00 fl oz Campari Aperitivo or alternative
2.00 dash Angostura Orange Bitters or alternative

Directions

Chill coupe glass
Add all ingredients to mixing glass
Add ice to mixing glass
Stir well
Strain into chilled coupe glass
Express orange zest twist over drink and drop into glass

Cocktail Description

The Boulevardier Royale transforms the classic Negroni template into an elegant, cognac-driven masterpiece that feels equally at home in a Parisian bar or your living room.

This sophisticated cocktail balances the rich, fruit-forward notes of Hennessy V.S. Cognac with the herbal complexity of Del Professore vermouth and Campari's distinctive bittersweet punch, creating a silky, multi-layered sip that's both warming and refreshing. Orange bitters add a bright aromatic quality that ties everything together, while the expressed orange zest garnish contributes a fragrant citrus oil that dances across the surface. Perfect for fall and winter evenings or as an aperitif before a special dinner, the Boulevardier Royale works beautifully when you want something with a bit more gravitas than a standard cocktail. It's surprisingly simple to prepare—just stirring the ingredients with ice—making it accessible even for home bartenders without specialized equipment. This cognac-forward creation pairs wonderfully with rich, savory dishes like duck confit, aged cheeses, or dark chocolate desserts where its complexity can stand up to intense flavors without overwhelming them.