Satisfy your thirst for something special with the 12 lb. Napoleon. A fresh twist on the classic French 75 cocktail, this delight is made with Kölsch-style Pale Ale for an unexpected pop of flavor. It's the perfect way to enjoy a taste of Southern-inspired deliciousness. Ready to experience the unique taste of the 12 lb. Napoleon? Get ready to take your cocktail experience to the next level.
Nothing embodies the spirit of summer entertaining quite like a classic French 75 cocktail. Its light, bubbly flavor seems to be the perfect touch to any outdoor party or gathering, but it can also be easy to fall back on the same-old recipe. If you’re looking to spice up your French 75 repertoire, you’ll be interested in the “12 lb. Napoleon,” an innovative twist on the classic cocktail crafted by talented mixologist Jordan Corcoran. Taking traditional French 75 ingredients and giving it a southern-inspired twist with the addition of a Kölsch style Pale Ale, the 12 lb. Napoleon is the upgrade your summer gatherings need.
The 12 lb. Napoleon is a variation on the popular French 75 cocktail, crafted by Jordan Corcoran, a mixologist specializing in modern cocktails for weddings and events. Corcoran’s recipe for the 12 lb. Napoleon includes a few ingredients to give it a distinctly southern-inspired taste, starting with the addition of Kölsch-style pale ale. Designed as an easy summer cocktail, the “12 lb. Napoleon” also incorporates classic French 75 ingredients like cognac, lime juice, and simple syrup. The crisp, citrusy flavor of the pale ale provides an unexpected flavor surge that elevates the classic French 75 to a new level for summer entertaining.
When asked about the name of his signature drink, Corcoran explained that the”12 lb. Napoleon” refers to an old French Proverb—“A 12 lb. shot from a cannon beats everything”—which he thought perfectly described the strong flavor and combine potency of this drink. The name is also a nod to the drink’s inspiration: the classic French 75 cocktail. This French proverb is used nowadays to denote a something that has a strong, memorable flavor, and Corcoran believes no other drink stands up against the power of the 12 lb. Napoleon.
To craft a “12 lb. Napoleon”, you’ll need:
Making this delicious, southern-inspired twist on the classic French 75 is easy. Simply:
The 12 lb. Napoleon is very easy to make with ingredients found at your local grocery store and liquor store. The Kölsch-style pale ale is the special ingredient, so be sure to stop by a specialty beer shop if possible. Additionally, because the 12 lb. Napoleon has less sweetness than a classic French 75, Corcoran recommends using an extra-dry champagne to really bring out the subtleties of the drink.
The 12 lb. Napoleon is an innovative and bold twist on the classic French 75 that retains the best qualities of the original. With the addition of the Kölsch-style pale ale, the 12 lb. Napoleon gains a fresh pop of flavor that makes it the perfect summertime sip. Whether you’re hosting a backyard gathering or looking for something special to bring to a friend’s party, the “12 lb. Napoleon” is sure to be a hit.