All entries to the 2025 Mandarine Napoléon Challenge

Tidewake

Overall concept of the cocktail menu:

Mandarine Chai

It has a fruity and milky taste with a hint of spice.

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.

Dusky Mandarin

This cocktail was inspired by the fleeting moments between day and night - that dusky, golden hour when the world slows down and flavors feel deeper.

March of the Standard

Flavor Journey • Nose: light smoke, bright orange oil, faint chocolate warmth • Sip start: spicy rye, dry and commanding • Mid-palate: rich orange

Napoléon's Whisper

Napoléon's Whisper blends elegance and intrigue. Subtle citrus from Mandarine Napoléon meets the quiet strength of Pisco. Yellow Chartreuse delivers

Breakfest at Napoleons

Of brioche, baking spices, citrus zest and cream

Golden Lowlands

Where the land meets the mist and the morning dew softens every edge, there is a silence that speaks louder than words. That is the taste of this moment.

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

Peace Treaty

I'm using a 1:1 ratio syrup

NanBan

Fruity,Salty,Citrusy.

Amber Reign

Based on the classic breakfast martini and my favourite cocktail the bamboo. but made in a more modern fashion and low abv. It's a moody and poetic cocktail

mediterranean sundown

The mandarin will take centre stage, given length from the fizz & a subtle depth from the vermouth.

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

Palomandarina

Inspired by the famous Paloma cocktail born in Mexico and the creative spirit of the sommelier at La Capilla restaurant. Here is my own version, featuring

Mandarin Cheesecake

Creamy, zesty, quietly indulgent