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Grand marnier

British pronunciation/ɡɹˈand mˈɑːnɪə/
American pronunciation/ɡɹˈænd mˈɑːɹnɪɚ/
Grand marnier
[NOUN]
1

an alcoholic drink with orange flavor, originated in France

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What is "grand marnier"?

Grand Marnier is a French orange-flavored liqueur made from a blend of cognac and bitter orange peels. It is usually 40-50% alcohol by volume and is popular in many countries around the world. Grand Marnier is usually orange-tinted and has a sweet, citrusy flavor. It is often served neat or with a mixer, and is also used to make a variety of cocktails, such as the Grand Margarita and the Grand Manhattan. It is also used in cooking, and is often used to add flavor to sauces and marinades. Grand Marnier is typically made with cognac, sugar, and a blend of sweet and bitter orange peels. The orange peels are steeped in cognac for several days before being distilled and blended with sugar and other ingredients. It is usually bottled at 40-50% alcohol by volume, and is popular in many countries around the world.

Examples
1Grand Marnier might be nice, a little fancy.
2And for dessert, the Grand Marnier chocolate soufflé truly rises above.
3You could use, Grand Marnier of course is brandy with orange flavor in it.
4It's a mimosa with Grand Marnier, some whiskey, and some honey.
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