Old Pal
Rye, Campari and dry vermouth. A drier, sharper Boulevardier.
Stirred · Coupe · Medium · about 3 minutes · about 24% ABV
Ingredients
- 30 ml Rye whiskey
- 30 ml Campari
- 30 ml Dry vermouth
- Lemon twist (garnish)
Method
- Chill the glass
- Pour 30 ml rye whiskey into the mixing glass
- Pour 30 ml Campari into the mixing glass
- Pour 30 ml dry vermouth into the mixing glass
- Add ice
- Stir
- Strain
- Garnish
About the Old Pal
The aperitivo family. Italian aperitivo culture grew up in the cafés of Milan and Turin in the 1800s. Sweet vermouth was created in Turin in 1786 and Gaspare Campari opened his café in 1860. Bitter drinks like the Americano and the Negroni were made to sharpen the appetite before dinner, so they balance bitter and sweet and stay moderate in strength.
Old Pal FAQ
What's in an Old Pal?
30 ml rye whiskey, 30 ml campari, 30 ml dry vermouth, garnished with lemon twist.
How strong is an Old Pal?
About 24% ABV once mixed with ice, which is 2.1 Australian standard drinks per serve. That is stronger than a glass of wine.
Should I shake or stir an Old Pal?
Stir it. It is made only of spirits and wines, so stirring keeps it clear and silky. Shaking would make it cloudy and frothy.
What glass do you serve an Old Pal in?
A coupe, about 180 ml. Chill the glass first and serve without ice. No coupe? Use a martini glass or small wine glass.
