Boulevardier

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  Base spirit

  Bourbon

  Look for 90–101 proof so the whiskey stays present after sugar, citrus, and dilution.

  • Best fit · RecommendedWild Turkey 101Approx. $24–32 · 750 ml

    Bold oak, spice, and orange stay recognizable in an Old Fashioned or Whiskey Sour.

  • Smart buyEvan Williams Bottled-in-BondApprox. $18–24 · 750 ml

    A full-flavored 100-proof bourbon that keeps the bottle cost down.

  • UpgradeFour Roses Single BarrelApprox. $40–55 · 750 ml

    A fruitier, more polished 100-proof pour for a richer finish.

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  Recipe-defining bottle

  Campari

  The classic recipe names Campari, not a generic red bitter; substituting one makes a variation.

  • Best fit · RecommendedCampari BitterApprox. $25–32 · 750 ml

    Use the named bottle for the classic equal-parts Negroni profile.

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  Fortified wine

  Sweet vermouth

  Choose a sweet red vermouth with enough body for Campari; freshness matters as much as brand.

  • Best fit · RecommendedCocchi Storico Vermouth di TorinoApprox. $20–28 · 750 ml

    Cocoa, citrus, and spice give the equal-parts build enough body.

  • Smart buyDolin RougeApprox. $16–21 · 750 ml

    Lighter and drier when you want the Negroni less sweet.

  • UpgradeCarpano Antica FormulaApprox. $30–40 · 750 ml

    Vanilla-rich and full-bodied for a rounder, more luxurious drink.

  Refrigerate after opening and write the opening date on the bottle.

Approximate U.S. shelf prices reviewed July 2026. Local price and availability vary.