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The Crucible

Refreshing, rich, bold, soft

Black Hat Highball

The black Beaver Felt Hat was the traditional hat that Napoleon wore. It was auctioned for 1.9 Million Pound Sterling. Although not quite as exclusive,

Corsican Sour

This is my unique twist on the classic sour by incorporating the vibrant and citrusy flavour of Mandarin Napoleon

Cosmonaute

Embark on a cosmic journey with "The Cosmonaut," a cocktail crafted to defy gravity and transport your taste buds to the farthest reaches of

Dressed Up & Forgotten

Any 100% agave mezcal will work in this, but I chose Bruxo 3 barril because of its discreet smokey notes. I don't want too much smoke to overpower the

Napoleon's chemical revolution

tasting notes: Mineral, smoke, mandarin, zesty, hint of anise, vanilla, refreshing.

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

Mandarina Sour

I used tinned mandarin juice from a tin of mandarin segments.

The Forbidden Kiss

Refreshing, citrus, spicy, sweet, smoky. The flavor reminiscents of autumn spices, vegetables and fruits, but provides freshness at the same time.

Fine Time

Quite dry, sophisticated, named after a New Order song and loosely based on the classic Dulchin cocktail

Impérial smash

Just my mind doing things during insomnia

Supernova Cocktail

I was keen to try star anise in a cocktail recipe and decided to crush and grind one in a shaker to release maximum flavour and see how it would turn out.

Spice Sonata

With the first sip, the palate is greeted by vibrant mandarin and zesty lemon, awakening the senses. Next, the smooth warmth of aged cognac emerges, followed

Parisian Dirty Blonde

A dessert cocktail enjoyed after a good meal.

The Tootsie Twist

I suggest half way through drink eating garnish. Then drink the rest of cocktail.

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.