Grand Marnier vs. Triple Sec vs. Cointreau

Grand Marnier vs. Triple Sec vs. Cointreau

HomeCooking Tips, RecipesGrand Marnier vs. Triple Sec vs. Cointreau

Not all orange liqueurs are the same.

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If you’re a margarita drinker you probably have a bottle of Grand Marnier Cointreau or Triple Sec in your liquor cabinet. You might have all three if you like to experiment with different recipes but chances are you don’t really understand the differences between these three orange liqueurs.

All three of these products are used in cocktails to add a hint of orange which balances the sweet and sour flavors with a hint of bitterness. They are also popular as digestifs and a nice addition to baked goods. The main difference between these three products is that Cointreau is a type of triple sec while Grand Marnier is a mix of triple sec and brandy. Keep reading to understand all the differences between Grand Marnier Cointreau and Triple Sec.

Grand Marnier is probably the most notable of these cocktail must-haves. It’s a blended product made partly from orange liqueur (also known as Triple Sec) and partly from cognac which gives it its dark color. It’s quite sweet with a wonderfully rich flavor that comes from the cognac: there’s still a citrusy flavor but with hints of baking spices.