Entries Categorized as 'Grand Marnier'

  • The 12 cocktails of Christmas: There are a number of traditional Christmas or winter holiday drinks, but in recent years people have gotten very creative. Some people have created Christmas-themed cocktails from scratch, while others have added Christmas twists to existing cocktail recipes. This is a collection of… well, whatever struck my fancy as a winter holiday cocktail. Eggnog is a tradition for a reason. It tastes great with or without alcohol, which makes it perfect for gatherings that include drinkers and non-drinkers. Hot Buttered Rum is ... READ MORE
  • Top 10 Thanksgiving cocktail recipes: The main rule of thumb for selecting Thanksgiving cocktails should be: does it make you want to curl up by a fire and sip? Then it’s a potential Thanksgiving cocktail. If you want to get even more of a Thanksgiving or autumn feel, think about fall harvest and all the traditional foods of Thanksgiving. Look to flavors like apple, pumpkin, cranberry, ginger and other spices. Consider warm drinks with or without coffee, and drinks featuring heavy cream or eggs. There are a ... READ MORE
  • B-52: Online, you’ll find quite a few variations on the B-52. The classic recipe layers Kahlua, then Bailey’s Irish Cream, and then Grand Marnier on top. This drink is more about the layering technique than the specific recipe (a whole lotta liqueurs are going to taste good together like this). The B-52 1/2 ounce Kahlua (or Tia Maria) 1/2 ounce Bailey’s Irish Cream 1/2 ounce Grand Marnier (some people recommend amaretto instead – it’s also much cheaper than GM!) Pour the Kahlua into a shot glass, ... READ MORE