Cointreau

General Description

Cointreau is a premium triple sec: clear, intensely orange, and perfectly balanced between sweet and bitter citrus peel. It's versatile enough to work in everything from Margaritas to Sidecars to Cosmopolitans.

Reference Product

Cointreau

Cointreau is the universal standard for orange liqueur in serious cocktails. It's what bartenders reach for when a recipe calls for triple sec because the quality is consistent and the orange character is clean and pronounced without being syrupy. Unlike bargain triple secs that taste like orange candy, Cointreau delivers actual citrus peel complexity. It costs more than bottom-shelf alternatives, but it's the difference between a professional-tasting cocktail and a college-party mixer.

Nutrition Facts
Alcohol 40.0% ABV
Per serving values

Nutrition and related data for Cointreau and all recipes that make use of it are based on Cointreau. Alternative products or manufacturer reformulations may produce different results. Always verify with current product labels.

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