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Halo

Longer infusion time for the saffron makes for a more complex cocktail. Up to 15 minutes is suggested if the time is available

Mêl Napoléon

I used Ginger Mead for an extra depth, then garnished with a crystallised ginger cube for an extra kick. A dry gin is preferred; I used The Botanist.

Chakra Mandarine

Originally from Normandy, bartender for 2 years. I had the chance to be trained in a Caen bar school and to work in several establishments (cocktail bar,

Smoke over Waterloo

Used Johnny Walker Red Label (although any good blended whisky you have at hand will make it), Mandarine Napoleon, Lagavulin 16 years, Campari, and the

Mistress Eléonore

A sweet, fruity number with a flush of pink, named after Napoleon's mistress who bore his first illegitimate child.

Mandarine Dreams Margarita

For mandarin salt mix, zest mandarins and let dry for a few hours. Add equal parts zest, salt and sugar. Shake in container to combine.

Victoire

The cocktail resembles a slightly sweet variation on the classic french Sidecar, albeit less cognac-forward, the brandy being partly replaced with the

The Nitty-Gritty

The Quantity of Pastis dashes is key to provide the right taste of Anis while preserving the other ingredients.

Impérial smash

Just my mind doing things during insomnia

Napoleons Legacy

This special drink was a homage to the legendary ruler and his legacy in the world of cocktails. The story I imagen goes that Napoleon once discovered

Southern Blossom

If you are using a darker, longer aged Cognac drop the amount to 3/4 oz. If your Cognac is lighter stick to the 1 oz measurement. Also if you have a tea

Étienne Macdonald

Named after Étienne Macdonald who served under Napoleon.

The Threepenny Opera

Mandarine and absinthe play contrast supported by cherry, botanicals and cognac in the backstage. I picked Remy Martin 1738 Accord Royal as a second role

Manda's Kiss

You might want to slightly adjust the quantity of lime juice and/or mandarin juice if the mandarin juice is too sweet or too sour.

Sun on Stad Strad

This recipe developed from our attempts at Mr Smiths Loft to update our new cocktail menu. We aimed to develop an easy-to-replicate cocktail featuring

Napoléon Sour

In the spirit of the Bourbon Sour, this cocktail is coming twist monument of mixology. The foam create an original touch for a cocktail very well balance