FAQ

No, the recipe of Cointreau Noir has been improved and no longer contains nuts. For allergy information, please always refer to the labeling.

Current Cointreau Noir is allergen-free, containing orange liqueur (79%) (water, sugar, orange peel distillate, alcohol, and caramel coloring) and Cognac (21%). It's free of nuts, milk, crustaceans, mollusks, fish, celery, mustard, and sesame seeds.

However, bottles produced before 2010 may contain allergens like nuts. If you have an older bottle, please contact us to verify its age and version for accurate allergen information.

Cointreau Noir contains 40% of alcohol per volume. Per 30ml serving it contains : 0 g of fat, saturated Fat, Proteins and Salt, 9,5g of alcohol, 92 calories and 6,5g of Carbohydrates (sugar).

Cointreau Noir is not Kosher due to cognac.

Cointreau Cocktail Twists is the ready-to-drink line launched (in 2024) by Cointreau to satisfy every aficionado of on-the-go cocktails. It offers a fresh way for urban adults to enjoy crafted cocktails. 

These premium pre-mixed cocktails with a craft-quality are launching with two recipes: the Lime Daiquiri and the Berry Cosmo. 

Developed with a new generation of consumers in mind, Cointreau Cocktail Twists offers a fresh way for urban adults to enjoy craft cocktails. 

Meeting up with friends after work, before a night out, or during a party, the Cointreau Cocktail Twists ready-to-drink range is poised to offer spontaneity and savoir-faire with its dynamic blend of quality, flavor, and flexibility. A new way to discover cocktails with Cointreau without going to a bar. 

Cointreau Cocktail Twists offer a new way to experience the classic flavors of Cointreau L’Unique. This new line is based on pre-mixed, ready-to-drink cocktails.

You can enjoy a high-quality, bar-style cocktail featuring Cointreau, without needing to mix it yourself. They come in a convenient, portable aluminum bottle and offer the flexibility to enjoy the drink straight from the bottle or poured over ice.

Our Cointreau Cocktail Twists Berry Cosmo is inspired by the world-famous cocktail “The Cosmopolitan” and is composed of: 

• Cointreau Liqueur

• Lemon juice concentrate

• Cranberry juice concentrate

• Hibiscus extract

• Water

At Cointreau, we want to offer the best in its purest form. All from premium and natural ingredients. No added colors or flavors.

Organoleptic notes

Made exclusively with natural ingredients, its opalescence comes from the aromatic richness of Cointreau L'Unique liqueur, derived from the essential oils of bitter and sweet peels, while its powdery cherry color is due to natural hibiscus extract.

At the nose

Berry Cosmo emanates the freshness of red fruit, cranberry, strawberry, notes of sweet orange and Cointreau zest, followed by notes of blood orange and greedy notes of fruit jelly.

In mouth

After taking an initial sip to accustom the taste buds, take another sip and let yourself be surprised by the hint of acidity from the lemon zest and the richness of the red fruit, which is velvety on the palate.

The Cointreau cocktail twists ready to drink line is made with Cointreau L’Unique, which is based on neutral alcohol.

Popular and appreciated for its freshness and that little "je ne sais quoi", our Cointreau Cocktail Twists Lime Daiquiri is made from premium and natural ingredients, with no added colorants or preservatives.

- Cointreau Liqueur

- Premium Rum

- Lime peel distillate

- Lime juice concentrate

- Water

This interpretation of the Lime Daiquiri is a sophisticated blend of a premium rum and the iconic Cointreau Liqueur with high-quality ingredients. Its rich opalescence, derived from Cointreau L’Unique, is complemented by the pale-yellow hue of lime juice, which gives the liquid a straw-like color.

At the nose

Fresh notes of lime zest, Cointreau bitter oranges, Mount Gay rum, and sweet orange and lime juice emanate from the Daiquiri lime.

In mouth

After taking an initial sip to acclimatize the taste buds, take another sip and let yourself be surprised by the hint of acidity and freshness from the lime. You will experience the notes of sweet and bitter oranges, the sweet taste with a slight bitterness on the finish, and a long, lemony aftertaste.

Lime Daiquiri is well-balanced between sweetness and acidity, revealing the harmonious citrusy, zesty and fruity notes of oranges and lemons.

No added flavors or color

Our aim is to offer the best experience and discover all the richness of Cointreau without any colorants or additives. Our ready-to-drink Cointreau Cocktail Twists are made exclusively from natural ingredients, with no added artificial colors or flavors.

The Cointreau Cocktail Twists ready-to-drink line has an ABV of 15% for 200 ml (1 or 2 servings). 

Cointreau Cocktail twists ready to drink recipes are formulated without any added colorants or additives, they only consist of non-allergenic natural ingredients.

Before your first sip, please read the ingredients in case you are allergic to citrus or flowers such as hibiscus.

Cointreau Cocktail Twists bottles were designed to be practical yet eye-catching, and distinctively different from the classic can. Their sleek aluminum bodies boast a rich, copper-like finish, an ode, inspired by the copper still of the distillery accentuated by Cointreau's logo and signature orange, signaling the superior quality inside. 

Made from 100% recycled and recyclable materials and equipped with a resealable twist cap that echoes the name of the line, the Cointreau Twist bottles offer a fresh take on cocktails that move with you.

Each bottle serves one to two—perfect for sipping or sharing.

Cointreau Cocktail Twists come in two varieties: Berry Cosmo and Lime Daiquiri.

A 100ml serving of Berry Cosmo contains 458kJ (110kcal), 0g fat, 8.8g carbohydrates, and 0g protein and salt.

A 100ml serving of Lime Daiquiri provides 397kJ (95kcal), 0g fat, 5.2g carbohydrates, and 0g protein and salt. 

Cointreau Citrus Series is a new range of products developed by Carole Quinton, Cointreau's master distiller. In her never-ending quest to explore the infinite world of citrus, this new range will feature a new citrus fruit in each opus. 

For the first opus, Cointreau has created a distillate dedicated to the Pomelo (Citrus Paradisi).

Carole Quinton, Cointreau Master Distiller in her continued quest to explore the infinite possibilities offered by citrus fruits has selected a rich variety of samples. After hundreds of maceration and distillation tests, she finally found the perfect methods for each type.

Citrus Series is the result of Cointreau's research and ambition to offer bartenders a unique tool. This product has been designed, with and for bartenders, exploring the incredible diversity of citrus fruits and their terroir.

Cointreau, as one of the leaders in cocktail culture and with a wealth of knowledge about the diversity of citrus fruits, wanted to create a unique product range for bartenders. 

This one-of-a-kind product is a specific, technical tool to challenge bartenders and create exclusive, innovative recipes.

From Fresh Citrus Paradisi "Pomelo" peels in traditional copper column still: 

• Citrus Paradisi “Pomelo” peels distillate and macerate from neutral alcohol

• Water

• Sugar

On the nose, fresh, lively citrus fruit. Grapefruit, bitter orange, slightly peppery, fresh mint, orange zest, lemon zest

On the palate, powerful, fresh aromas of grapefruit, bitter orange, pepper and a hint of bitterness.

Cointreau Citrus Series Corsican Pomelo Distillate  is created from neutral (grain) alcohol.

In the first opus of Cointreau Citrus Series, Carole Quinton has selected the Pomelo (Citrus Paradisi) from a single estate of the plain of Aléria in Corsica. 

At the foot of the Monte Renoso massif, between land and sea, stretch the gentle and sunny slopes of the Aleria Plain. It is in this very corner of Corsica that Cointreau sourced its single estate pomelo. 

The juiciest of all, this exceptional Corsican pomelo boasts complex aromas and a perfectly balanced sugar-to-acidity ratio, with just a subtle bitterness.

No, Cointreau Citrus Series is a new range of products developed by Cointreau and Carole Quinton, our master distiller. 

This product range is different from Cointreau L'Unique, our iconic sweet and bitter orange liqueur with different aims. 

No, Pomelos (Citrus Paradisi) do not replace Sweet and Bitter Oranges in the conception of Cointreau L'Unique, our orange liqueur.

Cointreau Citrus Series is a new range of products exclusively for bartenders launched by Cointreau. 

Cointreau L'Unique and Cointreau Citrus Series Corsican Pomelo Distillate are two different products using different citrus fruits. Cointreau L'Unique's formula, based on sweet and bitter oranges, remains unchanged.

A 30ml serving of Cointreau Citrus Series - Opus 1 contains 69 calories, 0g of fat, 0.6g of carbohydrates (all of which are sugars), and 0g of protein and salt.

A new way to Spritz: our vibrant new collection of ready-to-serve Spritz designed to brighten up any occasion.

Available in three delicious flavors, it’s ready to share and comes at a refreshing 10.5% ABV in 750ml.

A splash of citrus delicate bubbles. Cointreau Citrus Spritz Orange & Blood Orange is crafted with the iconic Cointreau orange liqueur, French white wine, and a blend of orange & blood orange natural flavors, delivering a balance of tart and sweet orange notes. Simply pour over ice and enjoy!

A splash of citrus delicate bubbles. Cointreau Citrus Spritz Lemon & Lime is crafted with the iconic Cointreau orange liqueur, French white wine, and a blend of lemon & lime juices, delivering a burst of tangy and zesty citrus notes. Simply pour over ice and enjoy!

A splash of citrus delicate bubbles. Cointreau Citrus Spritz Grapefruit & Tangerine is crafted with the iconic Cointreau orange liqueur, French white wine, pomelo juice and tangerine natural flavors, delivering bittersweet and zesty notes. Simply pour over ice and enjoy!

Our target consumers — both women and men, urban, 25 and up — are looking for simple pleasures and refreshing escapes.

They want to slow down, enjoy the moment, and make the most of casual, feel-good occasions.

Their mindset is all about unwinding, being present, and enjoying life in a light, joyful way.

It is a convenient new pre-mixed sparkling beverage, ready to be served. Simply open, pour over ice, and enjoy the splash of juicy citrus and effervescence.

No, this product will not replace Cointreau L'Unique. It contains our classic L’Unique, but premixed with French white wine, and all natural flavors and juices in a ready-to-serve format ideal for daytime occasions.
Cointreau L’Unique remains our orange liqueur, essential ingredient of the original margarita for bartenders worldwide and you will find it in your usual stores.

It is a simple, easy, ready-to-serve drink. Simply open, pour over ice, and enjoy!

Each product has its own recipe: Cointreau Citrus Spritz Orange & Blood Orange, and Cointreau Citrus Spritz Lemon & Lime. Each recipe also includes our classic Cointreau L'Unique liqueur, made with sweet and bitter orange peels.

Because Cointreau L'Unique brings a balance to the recipes with our unique and robust organoleptic flavor profile, bringing a burst of juicy citrus in every sip.

Yes indeed, it is our iconic Cointreau L’Unique liqueur mixed with French white wine and all natural flavors and juices.

Cointreau Citrus Spritz Orange & Blood Orange is colored with natural colorant “caramel”, fruit and vegetable juices.

Cointreau Citrus Spritz Lemon & Lime has no artificial colorants.

Cointreau Citrus Spritz Grapefruit & Tangerine is colored with natural colorant “Hibiscus extract”.

Yes, the color comes from caramel, a natural colorant and fruit and vegetable juices.

Yes, the color comes from hibiscus, a natural colorant.

Limpid red color.

Nose: aromatic intensity with bitter orange, sweet orange, lime, grapefruit, mandarin, grape.

Taste: fruity, floral, spicy, vegetal, balanced sweetness, acidity, bitterness, alcohol strength, long finish, complexity, bubble finesse and intensity

Limpid yellow color.

Nose: aromatic intensity with lemon, lime, bitter orange, sweet orange, grape.

Taste: fruity, floral, spicy, vegetal, balanced sweetness, acidity, bitterness, alcohol strength, length on the palate, complexity, bubble finesse and intensity

Limpid orange color.

Nose: aromatic intensity, bitter orange, sweet orange, lime, grapefruit, tangerine, grape.

Taste: fruity, floral, spicy, vegetal, sweetness, acidity, bitterness, alcohol strength, length on the palate, flavor intensity, complexity, bubble finesse and bubble intensity

The alcohol in Cointreau Citrus Spritz comes mostly from neutral alcohol from beets and grain and from French white wine made from grapes.

Created to meet growing demand for daytime (daytime moments: brunches, picnics, pool parties, rooftops — those relaxed, sunny get-togethers that define the season), easy, premium cocktails. It extends the Cointreau brand into the booming Spritz and RTD market, offering a modern, stylish, and effortless way to enjoy the Cointreau experience.

We chose it as it is reminiscent of wine bottles, in a convenient 750ml format.

No it is the same Cointreau L'Unique liqueur that you know and love.

Yes it is. There are no ingredients that contain gluten in the Cointreau Citrus Spritz recipes.

Due to the French white wine in its recipe, Cointreau Citrus Spritz contains sulfites.

Store in a cool, dry place. Best served chilled.

18 months after opening.

Store chilled once opened.

10.5% ABV in a 750ml format.

Yes, Cointreau Citrus Spritz contains sulfites due to the French white wine in its recipe.

It is carefully selected French white wine from the Loire Valley, in France.

You can buy Cointreau L’Unique at your closest store or online, please check on the product page of your choice.

Of course you can buy Cointreau online! Please check on the product page of your choice and choose your e-retailer.

You can enjoy a Cointreau cocktail at your favorite bar or you can mix your own thanks to our +500 cocktail recipes! See our bar recommendations on our bar locator.

Cointreau Noir is available only in selected stores and e-Commerce websites. Please check on the product page of Cointreau Noir.

Cointreau Citrus Series Corsican Pomelo Distillate is a limited-edition collection, with distribution varying by location. To explore availability and discover where to acquire these exclusive bottles, we encourage you to reach out to the official Cointreau distributor in your market or contact our dedicated customer service team.

Cointreau Cocktail Twists, our ready-to-drink line, is available at Waitrose in the United Kingdom (UK).

To find the price of our ready-to-drinks “Cointreau Cocktail Twists”, please contact our Customer Service 

If not opened and stored in a dark place at ambient temperature, the bottle might be kept for years. There is no expiration date thanks to the 40% alcohol contained in the liquid. Alcohol helps preserve. 

Please send your message through the “contact us” webform, providing pictures of your bottle, with the front and back labels and the lot number (starting with L followed by digits) so we can investigate.

Please send your message through the “contact us” webform, providing pictures of your bottle, with the front and back labels and the lot number (starting with L followed by digits) so we can investigate.

The bottle should be stored in a dark place, at ambient temperature and standing upright.

We recommend consuming Cointreau within two years after opening the bottle, to be sure to enjoy the subtleties of its flavors to the fullest. However, there is no expiry date.

If kept for a longer period of time, it will still be safe to drink. However, its aromatic components might be altered, which might have an effect on its delicate flavors.

As Cointreau contains 40% of alcohol, it does not freeze in a regular freezer. However, under extreme conditions (below minus 17°C) its appearance may change.

Please send your message through the “contact us” webform, providing pictures of your bottle so we can review it.

An antique bottle of Cointreau may have value for a collector. The second-hand market is driven by the price people are ready to sell and others are ready to buy. You may wish to visit some e-auction houses or to contact a collectors’ association to get some indication of value. The price would probably depend on the place, the moment, the demand and its state of preservation.

In 1885, Edouard Cointreau achieved his vision by creating a perfectly balanced and concentrated liqueur. Cointreau emerged as a crystalline spirit with a unique flavor profile, setting it apart from the sweeter liqueurs of that era.

Cointreau as we know it today was first produced in 1885. After several years of relentless research and experimentation, Edouard Cointreau succeeded in creating what he had imagined: a perfectly balanced, crystalline liqueur that's three times more concentrated in flavor and less sweet than the liqueurs of the time.

Experience the heart of Cointreau at Le Carré in Angers, France. It's the only distillery where the orange liqueur is produced. Open Tuesday to Saturday from 11 AM to 6 PM. Book at +33 2 41 31 50 50.

For more information on our Distillery section CLICK HERE

Please go to the Contact Us page, and submit your message and attachments through the webform.

Cointreau in English would be "Kwaan trow". Cointreau's phonetics are: kwɛ̃tro.

Born during the Industrial Revolution and bred of La Belle Époque, Cointreau has an important and exciting history. From the entrepreneurial flair of a liquorist-distiller who created the House in 1849, to Édouard Cointreau releasing his recipe for a unique French orange liqueur, to more than 300 international awards won since, Cointreau’s rich history is marked by many milestones.

Angers is a city in the west of France. It is the capital of the historical province called Anjou which is now Maine-et-Loire. It is the birthplace of Cointreau.

If you want to join the Rémy Cointreau group, see all our open positions HERE.

We do care, and share, your concerns about the impact of packaging on the environment. It is in the DNA of Rémy Cointreau to care about the environment and about people. If challenging our consumption and production behaviors is a duty, taking action is a priority.

Christmas boxes are produced in very few quantities, and in rare markets. As we speak today, more than 15 million of Cointreau’s bottles have been produced this year in Angers, the nest of Cointreau. Each is made with 80% recycled glass and naked of any packaging. Given their niche production – less than 3% - the Christmas gift pack represents a very small part of our CO2 emission that we are fighting through various initiatives. With Time, People and Terroir being the pillars of the Rémy Cointreau group, we are committed to finding long-term sustainable solutions and behaviors.

Here are some examples of our actions :

Recycling: 80% of the iconic Cointreau bottle is made of recycled glass and 100% of the waste from our Angers production site is recycled. Still in Angers, we are limiting our energy consumption by using only green energy.

Packaging: Producing more and more eco-friendly packaging by monitoring their life cycle environmental impact, with CO2 emissions, water consumption and aquatic ecotoxicity in the spotlight.

Plastic usage: Reducing significantly our plastic footprint by replacing this material as much as possible.

Soils: Investing in research to ensure sustainable agricultural methods for our precious oranges and terroir’s soils.

These are of course only a few examples of our ambitious Corporate Social Responsibility plan. If you wish to have a better understanding of our various actions, we invite you to consult our detailed CSR Report by clicking HERE 
You will be able to download the CSR charter and Statement of non-financial performance.

Cointreau is at the heart of more than 500 cocktails! The recommended cocktails are the classics: The Original Margarita, the Cosmopolitan, the Sidecar, the White Lady or the Cointreau Fizz.

Cointreau is a unique product to pair with food. We created several food pairing recipes that perfectly match the different Cointreau Margarita recipes.

Cointreau is a unique liqueur that can be consumed neat or in a cocktail according to your taste and preference.

According to the best noses in the world, Cointreau could give off almost 40 different aromas! To help even the most novice tasters experience the full flavor spectrum please check our Aroma Wheel.

Cointreau is a unique liqueur that can be consumed straight, neat, or in a cocktail according to your taste and preference.

Yes, of course! Cointreau is a perfect enhancer to cook with. Discover our recipes with Cointreau.

Cointreau Noir can be enjoyed neat, or over ice, depending on your tastes.

Cointreau Noir is a celebration of indulgence. First, its aromas play a delightful melody of citrus zest, subtle oak, and vanilla, leading to a palate rich with intense orange, honey, and toffee notes. 

The finale ?
A warm, satisfying finish with a hint of spice. Understatedly versatile, Cointreau Noir is best enjoyed neat, offering an elegant experience for all dark liquor enthusiasts.
Like every classic libation, it never goes out of style.
To accommodate every aficionado, Carole and Baptiste have removed walnuts and almonds from the new version of Cointreau Noir.

Cointreau Citrus Series has been created to be a tool for cocktails, with a large range of possibilities such as long drinks, daisies, and sour categories.

Cointreau Citrus Series Corsican Pomelo Distillate can be used as a clear spirit drink or in small splashes for fresh Pomelo notes. It can be used in place of an agave spirit in a margarita for a citrus forward cocktail but is equally as powerful on its own with a splash of vermouth and served as a martini.

Embrace the spirit of spontaneity with Cointreau Cocktail Twists, perfect for after-work gatherings with friends, stylish pre-party drinks, or casual moments at home.

For the ultimate refreshment, chill your bottle in the refrigerator (but not the freezer!) or serve over ice in your favorite glass. To preserve their exceptional taste, store Cointreau Cocktail Twists in a cool, temperate environment away from extreme heat, ensuring every sip is as vibrant as the first.

Best condition to cool before drinking, 4°. 

The original Margarita recipe contains 30ml of Cointreau per serving. Thus the original Margarita cocktail is made of 30% of Cointreau. 

To make the original Margarita cocktail you need to use Cointreau l'Unique as it is one of the ingredients in the original recipe, it is 30% of the cocktail.

You can use another triple-sec if you want but it will not taste as good as the original Margarita created by Margaret Sames in 1948.

Cointreau is unique and its recipe has been unchanged since 1885, so there is no equivalent substitute for your cocktails. Cointreau is at the heart of more than 500 cocktails and is a mainstay in the world’s most renowned bars.

In cocktails, Cointreau serves as a flavor amplifier, helping reveal the other ingredients while bringing balance, depth, and freshness to the mix.

All cocktails are good and tasty, depending on your tastes and preference or even your mood! Find the one matching your preferences HERE!

The favorite cocktail of Carole Quinton, our Master Distiller, depends on the season but she used to like the White Lady, now it is the Cosmopolitan, and Alfred Cointreau, the 6th generation of the family, is a fan of the Original Margarita.

The Original Margarita recipe : 
30 ml Cointreau
50 ml blanco tequila
20 ml fresh lime juice

1. Make a salt rim on your glass
2. Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice
3. Shake vigorously
4. Strain into a Margarita glass
5. Garnish with a lime wheel

Cointreau is part of the original Margarita cocktail recipe because it is one of the founding ingredients. Also, it has been used for it adds a distinct flavor and enhances the overall taste of the drink. Cointreau is a brand of triple sec, which is an orange liqueur made from the peels of bitter and sweet oranges. Its citrus flavor profile complements the tangy and tart flavors of lime juice, which is a key ingredient in a Margarita.

The addition of Cointreau in a Margarita provides a well-rounded and balanced taste. It adds a subtle sweetness and depth of flavor that complements the tartness of the lime juice and the tequila. The orange notes from Cointreau enhance the citrusy character of the drink without overpowering it.

Cointreau is considered a high-quality triple sec, known for its smoothness and intense orange aroma. Its use in a Margarita helps elevate the cocktail and adds a touch of sophistication to the overall drinking experience.

The Cointreau recipe is unique so there is no equivalent substitute. Indeed, the recipe of Cointreau L'Unique has been unchanged since 1885, made of bitter and sweet oranges, its organoleptic properties enhance more than 400 cocktail recipes, as well as the Margarita. As Margaret Sames said, "A Margarita without Cointreau is not worth its salt."

There are more than 500 cocktail recipes made with Cointreau, you are bound to find your favorite HERE!