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Cosmopolite

This twist of a cosmopolitan is inspired by Napoleon Bonaparte, a well-traveled cosmopolite who despite enjoying the pleasures of other cultures, knew

Marianne's Kiss

When done right, the first sip of the 'Marianne's Kiss' has a strong taste of Peychaud's Bitters, but as the cocktail gets swirled around it becomes a

Conquest in Crimson: A Napoleon's Choice

Tip: can slice orange before blowtorching if helps with quicker making, also argave is to présence can be sweeter if the customers wants it to be?

Nouvelle-Orléans

The Nouvelle-Orléans is inspired by the Napoleonic history and mythos of what would become the spiritual home of the cocktail. Local legend holds that

Joséphine

A delicate but strong-willed character. Mandarine Napoléon in a backless dress topped with a crown of roses. Rose water is rather intense so use it with

The Little Corporal

After researching the History of Napolean I enjoyed some of the more niche stories about the French General. Particularly the nickname (The Little Corporal)

French Philosopher

This drink is best served up to enjoy all the subtle flavors that are playing well together, which you would lose if it was diluted by ice. Also, the

Arandas

Fruity, zingy, refreshing

Révolution Mandarine

This recipe has been created for the Napoleon Mandarine Liqueur contest

Take Me To The River

As the warmer part of the year is setting in, this cocktail is a light refreshing sipper whilst enjoying a lounge day in the grass or as you get ready

Elba Island Iced Tea

You might prefer to fill the glass with crushed ice instead of ice cubes and consider serving with straws.

St. Helena Spritz

This is my original creation. Napoleon did not likely have an option of a spritz like this while exiled, but he certainly would have enjoyed one.

L'Amour des Trois Oranges

A vinous astonishment, juggling three oranges and doing tricks with pairings. Coriander matches orange peels whilst the gooseberry aspect typically found

Exile

It is well known that Napoleon would eat in less than twenty minutes, but he was well known for enjoying drinking. To elaborate this cocktail, I tried

spicy 1964

A very luxurious taste from the classic mandarin-chocolate combination. THe ancho verde gives it a green spicyness to balance the sweetness of the mandarin

Neotropical

Mandarine Napoleon liqueur is a lovely and unique spirit that is very distinct from anything else on the market. Cachaca and mezcal play well together