Cointreau has a more balanced, well rounded flavor than Triple Sec, which tends to simply taste strongly of sweet oranges. Cointreau has a smoother finish and is a bit higher in alcohol. It is also more expensive. But, it makes the perfect margarita. ...
bottles labeled Triple Sec are lower in quality and more affordable than Cointreau. Flavor: Triple Sec has a more straightforward flavor vs Cointreau: it'svery citrusy, almost like an orange-infused vodka.