Strawberry Boulevardier
Curiada Ingredients
Directions
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Add all ingredients to mixing glass with ice
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Stir well until chilled
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Strain into ice-filled rocks glass over block ice if available
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Garnish with maraschino cherry or strawberry
Cocktail Description
This ruby-red riff on the classic Boulevardier trades bourbon for tawny port and adds a luscious strawberry dimension that makes the bitter-sweet Italian aperitivo sing in an entirely new key.
The Strawberry Boulevardier delivers layers of flavor that unfold with each sip: earthy strawberry mingles with Campari's signature bitterness, while the nutty, caramel notes from aged tawny port add depth that sweet vermouth amplifies. It's a sophisticated sipper that works beautifully as a pre-dinner drink or a late-afternoon treat when you want something more interesting than wine but not quite as heavy as a spirit-forward Manhattan. The recipe comes together quickly with a simple stir-and-strain technique, making it accessible for home bartenders who can measure and stir with ice. Serve this ruby gem alongside a charcuterie board loaded with aged cheeses, prosciutto, and dark chocolate, or pair it with duck confit or a rich mushroom risotto that can stand up to its bold, fruity-bitter profile. The maraschino cherry garnish adds a classic touch, though a fresh strawberry makes the fruit element even more pronounced if you're feeling fancy.
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