Cointreau is France's iconic orange liqueur produced in Saint-Barthélemy-d'Anjou since 1849. Originally called Curaçao Blanco Triple Sec, this premium spirit combines essential oils from sweet and bitter orange peels through a complex distillation process. Despite being housed in an amber bottle, the liqueur itself is perfectly transparent, becoming opalescent when mixed due to its high concentration of orange essences. Cointreau represents the pinnacle of orange liqueur craftsmanship with over 40 distinct aromatic compounds.
Tasting Notes:
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Appearance: Crystal clear and transparent, becoming opalescent when mixed with other ingredients
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Aroma: Intensely aromatic with complex orange peel essences featuring zesty, fresh, floral, and sweet notes
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Palate: Balanced harmony of sweet and bitter orange flavors with exceptional richness and complexity
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Finish: Smooth and warming with lingering orange character and elegant spirit heat
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ABV: 40%
Serving Suggestions: Essential for classic cocktails including Margaritas, Cosmopolitans, Sidecars, and Long Island Iced Teas. Excellent as an aperitif or digestif served neat or on the rocks. Perfect base for premium mixed drinks where orange notes are desired. Serve chilled in appropriate cocktail glassware or sip neat at room temperature.