Seductive Valentine's Cocktails Highlight the Rich and Exotic Taste of Grand Marnier

(Hong Kong, 6 January, 2010) – A range of seductive Valentine cocktails inspired by France's iconic orange liqueur Grand Marnier® have been created especially for Hong Kong couples for Valentine’s Day 2010.

Four delicious drinks created especially for the occasion by Grand Marnier® Brand Ambassador and mixologist Julien Defrance will appeal to couples celebrating the most romantic day of the year.

For the ladies, the 'Grand Valentine' celebration mixes Grand Marnier® with strawberry juice, apple juice and freshly squeezed lemon, delightfully garnished with pink candy sugar and/or a cherry.

For the men, the cocktail blends Grand Marnier with fresh ginger, fresh lime and orange juice, served with fresh orange and a cherry.

Another 'Grand Valentine' cocktail designed for couples to share, is served in a jumbo glass with two straws, mixes Grand Marnier® with fresh apple, fresh cucumber, white wine and raspberry liquor, topped with fresh cucumber or fresh apple.

Also designed for sharing, the 'Grand Soup d'Amour' combines Grand Marnier®, lemon juice, pineapple juice and strawberry syrup, seductively garnished with fresh caramelized pineapple and is again served in a jumbo glass with two straws.

Grand Marnier® Valentine cocktails, priced at HK$90 +10%, will be available from 1-14 February at selected prestige bars, lounges and clubs around Hong Kong.

Apart from indulging in the cocktail delights in this romantic occasion, lovers can also surprise their loved one with the 7th limited edition of Grand Marnier® “Irresistible”. Adorned with vivid red lacquer - like a coating on a candy apple, “Irresistible” is a perfect gift for Valentine’s.

Only 300 bottles of Grand Marnier® Limited Edition “Irresistible” are available in Hong Kong in select high-end bars and specialty outlets, including Watson’s Wine Cellar and Oliver’s. The suggested retail price is HK$308.

About Grand Marnier®

Grand Marnier® has been savoured by sophisticated consumers for its smooth, rich and exotic flavour since it was first created in 1880 by Frenchman Louis-Alexandre Marnier Lapostolle.

A huge international success, it is now served in the most fashionable bars in over 150 countries worldwide -- and has been France's leading liqueur in export sales for over 25 years, as well as the third highest selling liqueur brand worldwide.

Though traditionally enjoyed neat or over ice, the unique flavour of Grand Marnier® makes it an ideal base for a wide range of flavourful cocktails and long drinks.

History of Grand Marnier®

In 1880, Louis-Alexandre Marnier Lapostolle, the son-in-law of Eugène Lapostolle, son of the founder, created the famous Grand Marnier® liqueur, a blend of cognac and tropical oranges. Today, the company is run by 5th and 6th generation members of the Marnier Lapostolle family, including Jacques Marnier Lapostolle, the current Chief Executive Officer. With 90% of its production sold outside of France in over 150 countries, Grand Marnier® has been the leading French liqueur in export sales for over 25 years. According to the magazine “Impact”, Grand Marnier® is among the top 100 major international brands of premium spirits and is the third highest selling brand of liqueur worldwide (based on retail sales). A bottle of Grand Marnier® is sold every 2 seconds around the world.