Grand Marnier - Cuvée Louis-Alexandre
Price: $73.45
| Producer | Grand Marnier |
| Country | France |
| Region | Cognac |
| Style | Cordials & Liqueurs |
| Sku | 03451 |
Grand Marnier Description
Grand Marnier is a unique blend of fine aged cognacs and exotic, bitter Caribbean oranges. In 1827, Jean Baptiste Lapostolle founded a distillery in Neauphle-le-Château, France that produced fruit liqueurs. In 1880, LouisAlexandre had the innovative idea of blending cognac with a rare variety of orange from the Caribbean, the “Citrus bigaradia.” At the time, oranges were considered luxury items and when combined with cognac and a secret recipe, Grand Marnier was created.
Grand Marnier’s main expression, Cordon Rouge, comprises 51% fine French cognac and 49% exotic bitter orange. Its elegant presence combines with the intriguing exotic bitter orange essence, lending the inimitable liquid an unrivalled and powerful fragrance. It delivers a complexity of flavors perfected centuries ago, yet remains truly versatile in the contemporary world due to the brand’s timeless French provenance and heritage ORIGIN: Grand Marnier was first created in France at Neauphle-Le-Chateau by Louis Alexandre Marnier.
Louis-Alexandre is an exclusive blend of fine old cognacs from the region's best production areas with essence of wild exotic oranges. An intense and less sweet taste, for a contemporary experience of the warmth of GRAND MARNIER liqueur.
Ultimate Spirits Challenge: 96 Points
This noble cordial combines both the essence of pure citrus peel and the heady flavors of aged Cognac. The two find an affinity in the spirit’s silky mouthfeel and balance between acid and sweet fruit.
Tasting Panel
This VSOP Cognac-based liqueur from Grand Marnier's Cuvée Collection is a tribute to the originator oof the spirit, Louis-Alexandre Marnier Lapostolle. Clocking in at 80 proof, with Liqueur D'Orange blended in, it combines selected eaux-de-vie with highly aromatic bitter oranges and sweet hints of peach. The sensous liquid glides across the palate as a dollop of heat lingers on the tounge. Mandarin orange and tangerine notes surge forth, leaving behind an earthy, butterscotch-tinged finish.
– Anthony Dias Blue
