All entries to the 2025 Mandarine Napoléon Challenge

Amber Eyes

The name is inspired by the eyes of an amazing person

Moment's Notice

For the Napoleon Cocktail challenge. I set out to make a yummy drink that made good use of Napoleon.

Petite Imperial Game

In 1807, Napoleon marched into the Iberian Peninsula under the pretext of conquering Portugal, but his true aim was Spain. A small imperial trick, one

Ashes & Gold

This drink was born from a desire to explore contrast - sweetness and salt, smoke and citrus, brightness and shadow. It's not loud or flashy, but

L'exile

"l'Exile" is a strong, Old fashioned like, spirit based cocktail taking origin in the exil of Napoléon on Sainte-Hélène island by the

Amber Pearl

I wanted to create an elegant and busy cocktail that enhances the character or the orange tones, making the liqueur the perfect element to balance the

Gardens orange

For the recipe I used Nonsuch Blood Orange and Bitter Lemmon Shrub. The garden orange is a harmounious sour style drink, it incorporates Portebello gin

Bamboo No. 2

7 o'clock, with Mr Mertens was almost a ritual. He would come to the bar everyday, sit at the counter and ask for something easy, classy, and not

March of the Standard

Flavor Journey • Nose: light smoke, bright orange oil, faint chocolate warmth • Sip start: spicy rye, dry and commanding • Mid-palate: rich orange

Imperiale Fashioned

Originally, I use bourbon infused with coffee instead of adding cold brew, adjusting the intensity to my liking. To infuse bourbon: 1/3 glass roasted

Charlemagne

Named after the crown Napoleon placed on his own head, this cocktail blends classical depth with Mediterranean lightness. At its heart is Mandarine Napoléon,

Mandarinade

Inspired by the flavors of Southwest France and the elegance of Mandarine Napoléon liqueur, the Mandarinade was born from a simple desire: to create a

Napoleon on the Nile

A tribute to Napoleon's campaign in Egypt, 1798-1801. Among the regiments, Napoleon also brought a large team of scientists and academics with him.

Slipper Spin

Cook hibiscus flower used for tea in simple syrup on a low simmer on 20 minutes, strain and chill for service, slice slit in flower before service

Bonnaparte's Charm

With the Bonaparte's Charm, I set out to create a cocktail that honors Napoleon Bonaparte charm and his legacy, which is best known for revolutionary

Chispa del sur

Use fresh mango, it's actually a cocktail to make at home with fresh fruit in your house, super easy to make