In 1884 Lionello Stock and his partner Carlo Camis started distilling brandy in Trieste to capitalise on the gap in the world market created when the phylloxera...
I like Gran Gala on its own. But it's generally trash in most mixed drinks, save for a few (After Dinner, Fair and Warmer, Tuxedo, White Lady). I've found it's NOT a comparable substitute for Grand Marnier. Curious to learn what y'all think.