Sicilian tradition meets international elegance in our latest cocktail, conceived and created for a prestigious event: the Cannes Film Festival. In a context of excellence and creativity, we wanted to encapsulate the soul of Sicily in a drink that not only enhances our products, but also tells a story.
Thus was born the "Sicilian Boulevardier"a cocktail that reinvents the classic Boulevardier adapting it to the unique flavours of our land.
Inspiration from tradition
The original Boulevardier is a variant of the famous Negroni, where gin is replaced by whisky, creating a drink with a strong, enveloping character. For our version, we chose to go a step further, reinterpreting the ingredients in a Sicilian key:
- Bitter Artichoke Paesano as a substitute for the classic red bitter. With its herbaceous and slightly bitter notes, it adds a complex depth to the cocktail, recalling the scents of the Mediterranean maquis.
- Marsala 'Pre-British"an alternative vermouth that enriches the mix with sweet hints of dried fruits and spices.
- Sicilian rum an innovative ingredient that adds a warm and spicy touch, replacing whisky and completing the taste experience.
The Sicilian Boulevardier recipe
This carefully constructed cocktail is perfect both as an aperitif and as a drink to enjoy at any time of day.
Ingredients:
- 4 cl of Bitter Artichoke Paesano
- 3 cl of Marsala Pre-British
- 2 cl of Rum
Preparation:
- Chill the mixing glass previously and leave the serving glass filled with ice to one side
- Pour the ingredients into the mixing glass in this order:Bitter Artichoke Paesano, Marsala Pre-British, Rum
- Mixing gently
- Remove the ice from the serving glass and add an ice sphere
- Strain the cocktail, pouring only the liquid, directly into the serving glass, preferably a nice retro-style cup.
- Perfume the drink with fresh orange peel
The result is a refined cocktail with a complex and spicy flavour, an enveloping texture and a unique balance. The orange zest gives a citrus touch, which enhances the herbaceous and spicy hints of the main ingredients.
The Sicilian Boulevardier is a celebration of Sicily, a tribute to its history, its flavours and its ability to innovate while remaining tied to traditions.
Try it out and let us know if it was to your liking!
