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Corsican Sour
This is my unique twist on the classic sour by incorporating the vibrant and citrusy flavour of Mandarin Napoleon
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
Rise and Fall
The hazelnut liqueur could be replaced by maraschino liqueur or amaretto if allergies so require
Sunrise around the world
At first, I tried the combination of sake with mandarin liqueur, then added lemon juice and Italicus to create a drink enjoyable on a beach while watching
Fourcroy's Alchemy
I started with the idea of the classic combination of strawberry and mandarin orange. I added lime for some acid and balsamic to add a rich note but it
Dress to impress
An amazing aperitiv and fresh cocktail, that can be a replacement for a mezcal margarita
Encuentro Transcultural
The proportions are those of a classic Negroni. The Bruto Americano, the US's version of a bitter Italian aperitif, does give this cocktail a nod
Fog of War
As a history and cocktail buff I was inspired to make a cocktail that combined the flavours of those tumultuous Napoleonic times. Combining ingredients
Louisiana Purchase
A treaty featuring equal representation from France (Mandarine Napoleon), England (gin), and the United States (rye), together with a little sweetness
Napoleon's Flip
Taking inspiration from the "flip" - an old drink with a complex and mysterious history, I combined it with Mandarin Napoleon to give a drink
I Don't Speak Mandarin
rich, fruity
Royal Blossom
I chose to work with Pisco because it reminds me of French flagship products like cognac. It's also a spirit I like to work with in cocktails because
Mandarina Sour
I used tinned mandarin juice from a tin of mandarin segments.
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
Mandarinaldi
It needs to be stirred by the customer for a better harmony of flavors
DEVILS SUNSET
Fruity, dark, mysterious. Even better if you flambé an orange peel in the drink if you are able. Use Mandarin Napoleon to flambé, it burns well, just
