
Old Pal
Rye stirred with Campari and dry vermouth — the Boulevardier's leaner, drier sibling — finished with a lemon twist. Bitter, brisk and dependable.
24.5% ABVStrongCocktails
Easy
Difficulty
3 min
Time
185 Cal
Calories
1
Serving
Flavor profile
Whiskey
Strength
Sweet
Sour
Bitter
Taste values from the Pocket Bartender recipe catalog.
Ingredients
- Campari· not in your bar1 oz
Or swap: Aperol — lighter, sweeter, less bitter, Cynar — earthier, vegetal
- Dry Vermouth· not in your bar1 oz
Or swap: Blanc Vermouth — slightly sweeter, Lillet Blanc — lighter, citrusy
- Rye Whiskey· not in your bar2 oz
Or swap: Bourbon — sweeter, rounder
Instructions
Chill cocktail glass.
Add ingredients to a mixing glass, and fill 2/3 full with ice.
Stir about 20 seconds.
Empty cocktail glass and strain into the glass.
Garnish with a twist of lemon peel.
Pairs well with
Dry vermouth and Campari keep this rye lean — salty, fatty snacks reward it:
- Prosciutto crostini
- Marinated olives
- Aged cheddar cubes
- Rye crisps with butter




