Grand Marnier has launched an expression called Cuvée Louis Alexandre to honour the brand’s creator Louis-Alexandre Marnier Lapostolle.

To be released as part of the Cuvée Collection, the beverage blends 82% cognac and 18% orange liqueur. It was developed by Grand Marnier’s master blender Patrick Raguenaud.

Raguenaud said: “Cuvée Louis Alexandre is an exquisite liqueur and a fitting tribute to Louis-Alexandre Marnier Lapostolle. I was inspired by his fearless drive to push boundaries and create something truly unique.

“Cuvée Louis Alexandre is an exquisite liqueur and a fitting tribute to Louis-Alexandre Marnier Lapostolle.”

“This expression is yet another intrepid creation from the House of Grand Marnier, ensuring we continue to twist tradition.”

With 40% alcohol-by-volume (ABV), Cuvée Louis Alexandre offers a complex blend featuring citrus fruit flavours complemented by oak and a touch of vanilla.

With a manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) of $69.99, the new expression will be available in select quantities across the US.

Grand Marnier said the cognacs utilised in the premium Cuvée are from the finest growing areas in the Cognac region and are aged in Tronçais and Limousin oak casks in Bourg-Charente.

The Grand Marnier family expands to a range of Cuvées such as Grand Marnier Centenaire and Grande Cuvées including Grand Marnier 1880 and Grand Marnier Quintessence.