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NATIONAL GRAND MARNIER DAY

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National Grand Marnier Day on July 14th recognizes a liquor that brings citrus notes to cocktails and desserts. Since the 1880s, we’ve been enjoying the fruits of Grand Marnier’s exquisite flavor. 

Alexander Marnier-Lapostolle invented the orange liquor in the 1880s. His grand experiment pairing fruit liquors with cognac took 10 years to find success. When it did, Lapostolle gave birth to one very expensive liquor. The cognac concoction blended one of the most costly fruits of the time with a very strong spirit, too. The result was truly grand.  Not only does it add a splash of citrus when mixed into drinks and desserts, but Grand Marnier can be enjoyed neat. 

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Whiskey Stones and Whiskey Glass Gift Boxed Set, 8 Granite Chilling Whisky Rocks, 2 Glasses in Wooden Box, Great Gift for Father’s Day, Dad’s Birthday or Anytime For Dad, Plus 2 Free Coasters

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Grand Marnier is used in a long list of desserts including liquor cream buns, Yule log, cranberry sauce, Crepes Suzette, and Grand Marnier souffle creme bruleé. Grand Marnier is also used in the sauce of the roasted duck dish, Canard a l’Orange.

Grand Marnier Sherbert
Orange Marscapone Dip
Grand Marnier Cake

Albanese Specialty Chocolate Covered Pecans (Milk Chocolate Grand Marnier) by Albanese Co.
Albanese Specialty Chocolate Covered Pecans (Milk Chocolate Grand Marnier)

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Some examples of the mixed drinks including Grand Marnier are Cosmopolitan, Margarita, Sidecar, Dirty Harry, Grand Mimosa, B-52, the Grand Marnier Smash, Grand Smash, Smash Marnier, Bloody Smash, Maced Marnier, Ace Marnier Smash,  Frosty Smash, Smace, Grand Hound, Blood Pug, Clarke, Nogley and the Grand Marnier Fireball. Find some recipes here.

OliveNation Grand Marnier Extract, 8 Ounce by OLIVENATION
OliveNation Grand Marnier Extract, 8 Ounce

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However, don’t stop at beverages and desserts. Add Grand Marnier for extra zest in your sauces and marinades. Your meat dishes will take center stage.

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HOW TO OBSERVE #NationalGrandMarnierDay

Enjoy a mixed drink with Grand Marnier. Then, invite some friends over to celebrate the day with you.

Share it with your friends by posting #NationalGrandMarnierDay on social media. 

NATIONAL ORANGE BLOSSOM DAY

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National Orange Blossom Day is observed annually on June 27th.  This day is set aside to enjoy Orange Blossoms for their aesthetic beauty.  Orange blossoms have been used in culinary dishes, desserts, and teas worldwide.  They add a slight citrus flavor to any dish!

HoneyTree's Honey, Orange Blossom, 12 Ounce #NationalOrangeBlossomDay
HoneyTree’s Honey, Orange Blossom, 12 Ounce
Nielsen-Massey Orange Blossom Water for Baking, Cooking and Drinks, 4 Ounce Bottle#NationalOrangeBlossomDay
Nielsen-Massey Orange Blossom Water for Baking, Cooking and Drinks, 4 Ounce Bottle

Fragrant orange blossoms offer multiple health benefits when prepared correctly to make a tea or orange blossom water. Some of the advantages may include improved sleep, reduced anxiety and improved circulation.

Not surprisingly, the orange blossom is Florida’s state flower. Not only do the flowers result in the sweet as sunshine orange fruit, but thanks to the pollinating bees, we also get to enjoy a unique honey with a faintly orange flavor a delightful treat. The blossom’s scent goes into making perfumes and other fragrances for the home.

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Use #NationalOrangeBlossomDay to share on social media.

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NATIONAL ORANGE JUICE DAY

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On May 4th National Orange Juice Day recognizes America’s most popular breakfast drink. Orange juice holds a large margin over second-place apple juice, too. People have been waking up to a glass of orange juice for many years and enjoying the health benefits it gives them.

One 8 ounce serving of orange juice has 124 mg of vitamin C and also supplies potassium, thiamine, and folate. That little bit of sunshine in the morning can add a boost to your day. Get your orange juice fresh squeezed, bottled or in concentrated form in the freezer section. You can also enjoy orange juice blends for delicious combinations.

Tropicana 100% Orange Juice, 10 Fl Oz (Pack of 24) - Real Fruit Juices, Vitamin C Rich, No Added Sugars, No Artificial Flavors#NationalOrangeJuiceDay
Tropicana 100% Orange Juice, 10 Fl Oz (Pack of 24) – Real Fruit Juices, Vitamin C Rich, No Added Sugars, No Artificial Flavors
Florida Natural Orange Juice 100% Juice, 11.5oz Can (Pack of 18, Total of 207 Oz)#NationalOrangeJuiceDay
Florida Natural Orange Juice 100% Juice, 11.5oz Can (Pack of 18, Total of 207 Oz)
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Apple & EVE Apple & Eve 100% Orange Juice 24 Pack 10 FL Ounce Net Wt 240 Fl Ounce, 10 Fl Oz (Pack of 24)
Minute Maid Fruit Juice 12 fl. oz. (pack of 10) (Orange Juice 12fl. oz-10 count))#NationalOrangeJuiceDay
Minute Maid Fruit Juice 12 fl. oz. (pack of 10) (Orange Juice 12fl. oz-10 count))

The United States is second only to Brazil in the production of orange juice, and they’re second only to Canda in consumption.

Another excellent way to add orange juice to your diet if you are watching your sugar intake is to include it as an ingredient in a recipe. Orange juice adds great flavor to smoothies, whole-grain waffles or french toast.

HOW TO OBSERVE #NationalOrangeJuiceDay

Enjoy a nice cold glass of orange juice with your breakfast. Which do you prefer – extra pulp or no pulp versions? Orange juice producers offer both to satisfy all our needs. Share your favorite recipes using orange juice, too. Use #NationalOrangeJuiceDay to post on social media.

Ocean Spray 100% Orange Juice, 4 Fl Ounce Cup (Pack of 48)#NationalOrangeJuiceDay
Ocean Spray 100% Orange Juice, 4 Fl Ounce Cup (Pack of 48)

NATIONAL GRAND MARNIER DAY – July 14

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National Grand Marnier Day on July 14th recognizes a liquor that brings citrus notes to cocktails and desserts. Since the 1880s, we’ve been enjoying the fruits of Grand Marnier’s exquisite flavor. 

Alexander Marnier-Lapostolle invented the orange liquor in the 1880s. His grand experiment pairing fruit liquors with cognac took 10 years to find success. When it did, Lapostolle gave birth to one very expensive liquor. The cognac concoction blended one of the most costly fruits of the time with a very strong spirit, too. The result was truly grand.  Not only does it add a splash of citrus when mixed into drinks and desserts, but Grand Marnier can be enjoyed neat. 

Whiskey Stones and Whiskey Glass Gift Boxed Set, 8 Granite Chilling Whisky Rocks, 2 Glasses in Wooden Box, Great Gift for Father's Day, Dad's Birthday or Anytime For Dad, Plus 2 Free Coasters by Cool Stones
Whiskey Stones and Whiskey Glass Gift Boxed Set, 8 Granite Chilling Whisky Rocks, 2 Glasses in Wooden Box, Great Gift for Father’s Day, Dad’s Birthday or Anytime For Dad, Plus 2 Free Coasters

by Cool Stones

Grand Marnier is used in a long list of desserts including liquor cream buns, Yule log, cranberry sauce, Crepes Suzette, and Grand Marnier souffle creme bruleé. Grand Marnier is also used in the sauce of the roasted duck dish, Canard a l’Orange.

Grand Marnier Sherbert
Orange Marscapone Dip
Grand Marnier Cake

Albanese Specialty Chocolate Covered Pecans (Milk Chocolate Grand Marnier) by Albanese Co.
Albanese Specialty Chocolate Covered Pecans (Milk Chocolate Grand Marnier)

by Albanese Co.

Some examples of the mixed drinks including Grand Marnier are Cosmopolitan, Margarita, Sidecar, Dirty Harry, Grand Mimosa, B-52, the Grand Marnier Smash, Grand Smash, Smash Marnier, Bloody Smash, Maced Marnier, Ace Marnier Smash,  Frosty Smash, Smace, Grand Hound, Blood Pug, Clarke, Nogley and the Grand Marnier Fireball. Find some recipes here.

OliveNation Grand Marnier Extract, 8 Ounce by OLIVENATION
OliveNation Grand Marnier Extract, 8 Ounce

by OLIVENATION

However, don’t stop at beverages and desserts. Add Grand Marnier for extra zest in your sauces and marinades. Your meat dishes will take center stage.

HOW TO OBSERVE #NationalGrandMarnierDay

Enjoy a mixed drink with Grand Marnier. Then, invite some friends over to celebrate the day with you.

Share it with your friends by posting #NationalGrandMarnierDay on social media. 

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