Marc De Champagne
Marc de Champagne is a distilled grape spirit (typically 40-45% ABV) used as a flavoring. WHO/IARC classifies alcoholic beverages and ethanol in alcoholic beverages as Group 1 carcinogens.
What it is
A grape brandy/eau-de-vie distilled from the pomace (grape skins, seeds, stems) remaining after Champagne pressing.
Flavoring liqueur, primarily in confectionery (e.g., truffles) and pastries.
Why it's flagged
- Contains ethanol — IARC Group 1 carcinogen
- Avoid during pregnancy
- Subject to alcoholic beverage labeling laws
What regulators actually say
"Alcoholic beverages are carcinogenic to humans (Group 1). The occurrence of malignant tumours of the oral cavity, pharynx, larynx, oesophagus, colorectum, liver and female breast is causally related to the consumption of alcoholic beverages."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Alcoholic beverages regulated by TTB (Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau); foods containing alcohol must be labeled.
European Union — EFSA
Distilled spirit covered by EU Regulation 2019/787 on spirit drinks definitions.
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