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The Mandarin Napoleon embodies the radiance of the South and the elegance of an imperial heritage. Black tea structures the mixture, like a spine of deep
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Bright orange notes on the nose. Refreshing taste of orange and lemon with a subtle bittiness from the Yuzushu. Tip: use a rice based Shochu for a clean
Zesty, Mandarine, Peach with a touch of lemon. Smooth and rich.
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.
Velvet Sunset was inspired by evenings with my grandfather, who'd sit quietly on the porch peeling oranges while sipping bourbon as the sky turned gold.
This cocktail can be enjoyed both before and after dinner. It is balanced and the coffee and mandarin combination is elegant. It is not too strong in alcohol
A smoky, bittersweet citrus sour that brings together the warmth of Europe and the fire of Mexico.
Originally, I use bourbon infused with coffee instead of adding cold brew, adjusting the intensity to my liking. To infuse bourbon: 1/3 glass roasted
Flavor Journey • Nose: light smoke, bright orange oil, faint chocolate warmth • Sip start: spicy rye, dry and commanding • Mid-palate: rich orange
The name 'Too short to ride' is a joke relating to Napoleon's regularly noted short stature, who Mandarine Napoleon is of course named after, the drinks
A day in a nice restaurant i tried a dessert with Mandarine and Basil so i said why not to try that in a Cocktail, and work very well
The Drink is inspired by Napoleon Bonaparte's first wife Joséphine de Beauharnais. She grew up on a platation on Martinique where sugarcane and cocoa
Made for the Mandarine Napoleon competition 2025, Inspired by heated cognac and an old fashioned
Tasting Notes: A bittersweet, contemplative sip. Zesty mandarin dances with the earthy base of reposado tequila, while dry vermouth adds complexity. A
Based of both my favorite cocktail the sazarac and least favorite cocktail the Singapore sling, this drink brings my favorite parts of these drinks together.
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