All entries to the 2025 Mandarine Napoléon Challenge

The Drunken Boat

Strong, sweet with light and citrus foam

L'exile

"l'Exile" is a strong, Old fashioned like, spirit based cocktail taking origin in the exil of Napoléon on Sainte-Hélène island by the french.

Homunculus

The Homunculus was born in the depths of Berlin's Zyankali Bars dungeon area. Served in a coffee cup, a cinnamon smiley adorned the surface. This unusual

Mandarijntje voor de dorst

Eind November wanneer Sinterklaas weer de ronde gaat... is er een heel attent klein jongetje die iets lekker warms voor Sinterklaas wil achterlaten bij

This Bitter Earth

Tasting Notes: A bittersweet, contemplative sip. Zesty mandarin dances with the earthy base of reposado tequila, while dry vermouth adds complexity. A

Mandarine Sip by Sipset

A layered aperitif where vibrant mandarin citrus fades into mellow berry warmth - like a golden hour unfolding slowly, sip by sip. The first sip presents

Petite Imperial Game

In 1807, Napoleon marched into the Iberian Peninsula under the pretext of conquering Portugal, but his true aim was Spain. A small imperial trick, one

The Jaffa

For this cocktail I wanted to celebrate one of my favourite childhood treats, the Jaffa Cake, whilst also paying homage to my new home; Auckland, New Zealand.

Emperor's Scoop

The 'Emperor's Scoop' is a bright, playful riff on the classic Sgroppino that heroes the zesty elegance of Mandarine Napoléon. This sparkling sipper balances

The Imperial Prescription

Inspired by the bittersweet saga of Napoleon's final days on the island of Saint Helena, this cocktail reimagines exile as paradise. Mandarine Napoléon-born

Mandarinade

Inspired by the flavors of Southwest France and the elegance of Mandarine Napoléon liqueur, the Mandarinade was born from a simple desire: to create a

Zest La Vie

A zesty summer cocktail. One of my favourite flavours to drink during summer is grapefruit which mixes beautifully with mandarin. But sometimes life can

Canadian No. 1

A very pleasant small sour that is mandarin-forward, and very easy to drink

Super Citrus Sidecar

Well balanced sour with elements of warming spices and sweetness from the Mandarine Napoleon and citrus tartness from the blood orange and lemon juices.

Sweet Clementina

Ive always been a great fan of boozy yet smooth cocktails so i did my best to combine sweet ingredients such as orgeat and lyche with overproof rum to

Napoléon's Heart

Hazelnut undertone with punchy orange kick