I absolutely LOVE Gran Marnier! It is indeed an orange liqueur, and quite strong... that is for me it was an aquired taste!! My inlaws would give just a sip, and I'm talking strong, but after a few years, Icant imagine a holiday without enjoying a snifter.... if you arent into the strong liquors, you probably would enjoy this as an addition, and margaritas is an option (I personally cant imagine wasting it in a margarita *grin, but that may be because once I try it I wont want to go back!! *g) I know dh keeps trying to talk me into some of the recipes that are included for like French toast, egg nog, martinis etc,
but just remember, smell, and think burn strong liquer... but it is gold!! Once you acquire the taste.... ahhhhh heaven!!
as for Baily's I like it straight up (much like gran marnier lol) but dh loves it in coffee!! LOL, I volunteer in my dd 2nd grade classroom every week, and her teacher dropped off a Christmas present for ME!! LOL, it was a small bottle of Baily's, along with cute socks, candles, and a wonderful card!!
ENJOY!!