Carré Cointreau
Guided visit to the Cointreau distillery in Saint-Barthélemy-d'Anjou, with a route through the history of the liqueur, a cocktail tasting and a shop.
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About the museum
The Cointreau story begins in 1849, when Adolphe Cointreau, a confectioner in Angers, diversified the family business by launching liqueurs, starting with guignolet, a local specialty. In 1856 he went into partnership with his brother Édouard-Jean, and together they set up the distillery on rue Molière, on the banks of the Maine, to make exporting easier.
Édouard Cointreau, son of Édouard-Jean, joined the company in 1875. In 1885 he developed the orange liqueur that made the house famous, and registered the trademark and the square bottle with the commercial court in Angers. From 1898 onward, Cointreau launched a major advertising campaign built around the character of Pierrot.
The Carré Cointreau now welcomes visitors into the heart of the distillery in Saint-Barthélemy-d'Anjou, described as the only site in the world that produces this orange liqueur. Its spaces have recently been redesigned. Visitors discover the house's know-how, then enjoy a tailor-made cocktail at the bar; a shop offers products from the Rémy Cointreau group.
Highlights
- Visit to the heart of the distillery, the only site producing Cointreau liqueur
- Distillation know-how and the history of the house since 1849
- Cocktail tasting at the bar
- Cocktail masterclass and workshop with the bartender
- Shop with customizable gift boxes
Permanent exhibition
- Visite guidée de la distillerie – Guided tour of the distillery and production site, covering the history of the Cointreau house and a cocktail tasting at the bar.
- Operated by
- Rémy Cointreau
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €12.50 |
|---|---|
| L'Instant Cointreau (1 hour 15 minutes, in French and English) – from | €12.50The art of distillation, family heritage and a cocktail of your choice from the bar’s classics. |
| Rendez-vous à la carte (1 hour 45 minutes, in French and English) – from | €16 |
| Cocktail Masterclass (1 hour, in French, 12 people maximum) – from | €25 |
| Atelier d'Edouard (2 hours, in French) – from | €20.50Tailor-made presentation and tasting with the bartender. |
Prices per adult, starting from; visits are booked online.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The official website states that the site is accessible to people with reduced mobility. Temperature and noise levels may vary during the visit.
Kids & families
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
Bus from Angers Saint-Laud station, about 35 minutes (bus ride followed by a walk of about 1.4 km).
Bike rack for 5 unsupervised bikes in front of the site. Electra charging station for electric vehicles on rue de Champfleur, 800 meters away.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Museum shop
Showcase shop of the Rémy Cointreau group (Cointreau, whisky, rum, cognac, gourmet treats, bar accessories, personalized gift boxes). A bar serves cocktails during visits.
Events & venue rental
- Spaces for rent
- Corporate events
Seminars and team-building activities at the Carré Cointreau.
Inquiries & detailsPlan your visit
| Guided tours | yes · approx. 75 min |
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| Good to know | Reservation required. Visits in French and English; the masterclass and Atelier d'Edouard are offered in French. Durations range from 1 to 2 hours depending on the format. Alcohol tastings: alcohol abuse is dangerous to health. |
