{"product_id":"grand-marnier-cuvee-du-centenaire-liqueur","title":"Grand Marnier Cuvée du Centenaire Cognac \u0026 Orange Liqueur 750ml","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eGrand Marnier Cordon Rouge is one of the best-known liqueurs in the world, created in 1880 by Alexandre Marnier-Lapostolle by marrying Cognac with the essence of bitter Haitian oranges. Cuvée du Centenaire is its prestige expression, first made in 1927 in limited quantities to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the house, and first served at a reception at the Villa des Cèdres, the Côte d’Azur home of King Leopold II of Belgium. Its identity is more Cognac than orange: the blend is 82% Cognac and 18% orange liqueur, which is the reverse of the proportions of many orange liqueurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Cognac is the difference. It comes from the top two crus, Grande and Petite Champagne, and the eaux-de-vie average between 12 and 25 years old, “equal to the best XO Cognacs,” with some as old as 30. It’s blended with the essence of wild tropical bitter oranges, with about 237 grams of sugar per liter, and each completed batch is matured in large oak casks for at least two years. It’s bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) in the distinctive alembic-still-shaped bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe producer’s tasting notes describe a “medium amber tinged with copper,” a nose of “candied orange scents subtly fused with hints of spice,” and a flavor of “dried fruit, gingerbread, and nutmeg,” with a “lovely lingering finish with nuances of macerated orange.” Difford’s Guide found “a huge burst of rich orange zest with leathery pastry and vanilla cognac, dried fruits, subtle cinnamon, pepper, and turmeric spice,” a taste that is “Cognac-forward, opulently velvety, honeyed with caramelised orange, candied and dried orange peel, woody vanilla, bitter marmalade, gingerbread and subtle spices — turmeric, nutmeg, and mild tobacco,” and “a long finish with cinnamon, gingerbread, balsamic, oak and bitter almond,” concluding: “a truly luxuriant liqueur with a richness balanced by flavour intensity.” Wine Enthusiast scored it 96 points. Retailers add “hints of tobacco and balsamic originating from the cognac,” and “round and velvety notes” from the older Cognac blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIt’s a sipping liqueur: serve it neat in a Cognac glass or a small tumbler, or over a single large ice cube, as an after-dinner pour. It’s also a rare, well-regarded upgrade for classic cocktails that call for Grand Marnier, such as a Cadillac Margarita or Sidecar, though many will keep it for sipping. It pairs with dark chocolate, orange-chocolate desserts, crêpes Suzette, and aged cheeses. Because the house was founded in 1827, 2027 will be its bicentenary, which makes the Centenaire a timely gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eGrand Marnier Cuvée du Centenaire is produced by Marnier Lapostolle in France. It is a blend of 82% Cognac eaux-de-vie from Grande and Petite Champagne (average age 12-25 years, some up to 30) and 18% orange liqueur made from the essence of wild tropical bitter oranges, with about 237 g\/L sugar. Matured at least two years in large oak casks. Bottled at 40% ABV \/ 80 proof, 750ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritics Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Enthusiast — 96 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifford’s Guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Aroma: A huge burst of rich orange zest with leathery pastry and vanilla cognac, dried fruits, subtle cinnamon, pepper, and turmeric spice. Taste: Cognac-forward, opulently velvety, honeyed with caramelised orange, candied and dried orange peel, woody vanilla, bitter marmalade, gingerbread and subtle spices — turmeric, nutmeg and mild tobacco. Aftertaste: Citrus flavours continue through the long finish with cinnamon, gingerbread, balsamic, oak and bitter almond. Overall: A truly luxuriant liqueur with a richness balanced by flavour intensity.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrand Marnier (producer tasting notes):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Colour: Medium amber tinged with copper. Aroma: Candied orange scents subtly fused with hints of spice. Flavour: Notes of dried fruit, gingerbread, and nutmeg. Lovely lingering finish with nuances of macerated orange.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMedium amber with copper. Candied orange and rich orange zest, with vanilla cognac, spice, and leathery pastry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOpulent, velvety, and honeyed, with caramelised orange, dried fruit, gingerbread, nutmeg, almond, and a hint of tobacco and balsamic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLong, with macerated orange, cinnamon, oak, and bitter almond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCognac-Based Orange Liqueur — Prestige Cuvée\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV \/ Proof\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40% ABV \/ 80 Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlend\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e82% Cognac (Grande \u0026amp; Petite Champagne, avg. 12–25 years) + 18% orange liqueur\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrange\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEssence of wild tropical bitter oranges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAt least 2 years in large oak casks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSugar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~237 g\/L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarnier Lapostolle — France\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreated\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1927, for the house’s 100th anniversary\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWine Enthusiast 96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle \/ Identity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA Cognac-forward, velvety, gingerbread-and-candied-orange sipping liqueur\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAromas \u0026amp; Flavors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCandied orange, dried fruit, gingerbread, nutmeg, tobacco, balsamic, honey, almond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCocktail \u0026amp; Serving Suggestions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeat in a Cognac glass or over a single large cube\u003c\/strong\u003e — the best way to taste the aged Cognac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCadillac Margarita or Sidecar\u003c\/strong\u003e — for a special occasion, a rich upgrade to the standard Grand Marnier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark chocolate and orange-chocolate desserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrêpes Suzette and bread pudding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged cheeses and blue cheese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlmond and gingerbread cakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Southern","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1053539598354,"sku":"","price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0363\/8621\/files\/Grand_Marnier_Cuv_e_du_Centenaire_Cognac_Orange_Liqueur_750ml.webp?v=1793676438","url":"https:\/\/www.blackwellswines.com\/products\/grand-marnier-cuvee-du-centenaire-liqueur","provider":"Blackwell's Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}