Grand Marnier
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Grand Marnier is a French orange liqueur made by blending cognac with a distilled essence of bitter orange peel, first produced in 1880. It is sweet and rich, and it is often used in cognac cocktails as well as served neat.
Also called: cognac orange liqueur
- ABV range
- 40%
- US proof
- 80
- Calories (per oz)
- ~89
- Shelf life (opened)
- One to two years, with some loss of flavour
Popular drinks with Grand Marnier
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Two ingredient drinks with Grand Marnier
Substitutes for Grand Marnier
| Substitute | Ratio | Note | Zero-proof |
|---|---|---|---|
| Triple sec | 1:1 | Lighter and drier, with no cognac. Add a splash of brandy to a Sidecar or other cognac drinks. | |
| Orange curaçao | 1:1 | Orange liqueur without the cognac, so the drink is lighter and less warm. | |
| Lyre's Orange Sec | 1:1 | Non-alcoholic orange liqueur with no cognac, so the drink is lighter and much less rich. |
Frequently asked questions about Grand Marnier
Grand Marnier is most often served neat after dinner, in a snifter or a small glass, or over ice. It is also a standard ingredient in cognac cocktails, where it adds orange and body.
The classic serve: Neat in a snifter, or over ice.
