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Bonaparte's Aztec Triumph

I prefer the regal stirred method to introduce the essential oils from the mint and orange throughout the cocktails rather then a not only to be had from

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

Blood Mandriver

Fresh blood orange Fresh turmeric root Fresh ginger root

sweet cloud

the perfect mix of all ingredients to create a sweet cocktail, the mandarine liquor to add strength to the mix

Paradijs

This recipe can work with any bold VSOP Armagnac.

Botanical Explosion

For an explosion of botanicals/herbal notes use a botanical gin such as Uncle Val's or The Bontanist.

Exiled emperor

Boozy with hints of Mediterranean citrus.

Sick Day

Bright acid, warm spice, a smoky nose giving way to botanicals and herbs followed by a complex and lingering citrus.

La Mandarine Méditerranéenne

Anised Surprising Iodised and spicy

The Bells of St Clements

Remember that old nursery rhyme? Oranges and lemons are what this cocktail is all about. A lightly tart, citrus sipper.

Manda dream

I tried 3 cocktails, 2 others were really bad. I wanted to mix with vermouth dry since mandarine liquor is sweet.

Mandarine major

The copa glass is big. The volume of the drink and ice should at be at least above the middle line. It appears much better.

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

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.

Napoleon's Folly

I've used Mandarine Napoleon for years to make soufflés and recently tried a variation of a chocolate soufflé with a Mandarine Napoleon creme anglaise.

Arandas

Fruity, zingy, refreshing