Boulevardier

The perfect ratio of ingredients for the imbibers at chez Blaze. A twist of orange is always welcome with this one.

I prefer it w bourbon with the 1-1-1 ratio like its sister the negroni. Orange peel. So good.

My favorite cocktail. Many recipes call for it to be served on-the-rocks, but I much prefer the straight-up version as presented in this recipe. It is similar to a Manhattan, which I still enjoy on occasion, but for me the Campari adds a depth of flavor that isn’t there in a Manhattan.

This ratio keeps it from being too sweet. Also good vermouth is a must as is the orange peel.

A Negroni with Manhattan overtone (or vice-versa). Love it!

This was fantastic. Only addition necessary was a citrus rind, which should always be twisted over the glass and swirled to mix the citrus oils. I used lemon, which helped cut the sweetness of the compari and vermouth. Just mix the alcohol well in ice so it is very cold, strain, add the citrus and serve!

Too much rye, not enough Negroni modeling. Keep it at the 1-1-1 ratio, just substitute gin w/rye (or Bourbon).

This drink is sometimes made with Bourbon. Whether you use rye or Bourbon, however, it's a tricky drink to balance. I avoid using 80-proof whiskies, as I want some backbone to balance the sweetness of the sweet vermouth and Campari. You also might try adding a scant barspoon of Maraschino liqueur. It plays well with the three main ingredients, and adds another layer of complexity, albeit a subtle one. Oh, and if you do add the Maraschino, try a lemon twist while you're at it. Cheers!

I really love this drink--essentially, it's a rye Negroni. I don't think it needs bitters, but I agree that an orange peel is a near essential addition.

I like a 2:1(Campari):3/4 ratio. And it's best if you can get Carpano Antica for the vermouth. I find the quality of the vermouth more influential to the overall flavor profile than the rye.