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Mandarin Rush
A riff on the 'Gold Rush', in this variation I dialled back the honey syrup considerably, to make space for the sweetness of the mandarin liqueur
Duck Off
Strong flavours of mandarine and orange dominate, with subtle hints of cardamom and dark chocolate - finished with a light salty aftertaste.
GOLDEN AEROPLANE
Scrappy's Black Lemon bitters are preferred, but orange bitters could also be used.
La Petite Caporal
Fruity, Creamy, Mango, Tropical, Sweet, Refreshing
Halo
Longer infusion time for the saffron makes for a more complex cocktail. Up to 15 minutes is suggested if the time is available
Dries in the Garden
Still water makes me feel Mandarin flavour more than sparkling. Mizuwari is a popular way to drink alcohol in Japan. It is a refreshing cocktail that can
Vienna in Ashes
The complexity between chocolate, fruit and the smoky flavour of the whisky is what makes this cocktail so exciting. The orange zest adds a fresh kick.
Royale Morning
Mandarine Napoleon liqueur carries the cocktail with its unique citrus and botanical aroma and taste. Caramel, toffee, and espresso together generate a
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.
Le Mariage
I used strot jagertee
The Restless Emperor
I developed this recipe for the Madarine Napoleon competition; orange and coffee are veery complementary flavors. Honey adds some sweetness and depth.
Waterloo No2: Plancenoit
I originally made this cocktail by adding a drop of black food colouring. This makes the cocktail jet black. There is a common misconception (fuelled by
Sick Day
Bright acid, warm spice, a smoky nose giving way to botanicals and herbs followed by a complex and lingering citrus.
Fifth Avenue
I use the cherry juice from Tillen Farms Bourbon Bada Bing Cherries, but didn't see that ingredient listed. Luxardo's is fine too, though.
Saint Helena
Fresh herbaceous citrus acid
Kentucky Mai Tai
The key is making your own orgeat from scratch. You want to have on the back end of your cocktail be the finish of sweet macadamia. the entry won't
