Fair Kumquat Liqueur
Fair Kumquat Liqueur is the triple-sec alternative with a conscience — 22% ABV (44 proof), 700mL, made in Cognac, France from whole Malaysian kumquats slowly macerated in French wheat spirit, sweetened with Fair Trade cane sugar. FAIR, founded in 2009 as the first Fairtrade-certified spirits brand, bottles it certified Fair Trade, vegan and non-GMO. It is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor.
- ABV: 22% (44 proof)
- Size: 700mL
- Fruit: Whole kumquats from Malaysia, hand-harvested
- Base: French non-GMO wheat neutral spirit
- Production: Slow maceration of whole kumquats, citrus-peel infusion, slow reduction with Fair Trade cane sugar
- Origin: Cognac, France
A Triple-Sec Alternative, Fairly Made
The kumquat — a symbol of good luck, rich in vitamin C — is an awkward fruit to work with: tiny, bitter-skinned and intensely aromatic. FAIR's answer is patience: whole fruit macerated slowly so the essence comes out whole, a citrus-peel infusion for lift, and a gentle reduction with Fair Trade cane sugar rather than a blast of sweetness. The liqueur is positioned as a cleaner swap for triple sec — less sugar, less alcohol, more real fruit. Find it among our liqueurs, explore the wider spirits shelves, or see the brand on the Fair Drinks vendor page.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Fresh blood orange and fresh-pressed orange juice. Palate: Mandarin, orange and bright citrus with orange blossom — very smooth and well balanced, the kumquat's natural acidity keeping it lifted. Finish: Slightly spicy and refreshing.
How to Enjoy
Swap it 1:1 for triple sec in a Margarita — the importer's signature Kumquat Margarita pairs it with tequila or mezcal, lime and a salt rim — or use it in a Cosmopolitan, a spritz, or simply over ice as an aperitif.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is kumquat liqueur? A citrus liqueur made from kumquats — small, edible-skinned citrus fruit — macerated in spirit. FAIR's version uses Malaysian kumquats and a French wheat spirit base, bottled in Cognac at 22% ABV.
Can FAIR Kumquat replace triple sec? Yes — that is what it is made for. Use it measure-for-measure in Margaritas and other triple-sec cocktails for a fresher, less sweet citrus profile.
Is FAIR Kumquat Fair Trade certified? Yes. The brand was the first Fairtrade-certified spirits brand, and this liqueur is listed by its importer as certified Fair Trade, vegan and non-GMO, with Fair Trade cane sugar.
Real fruit, fairly traded, endlessly mixable — buy Fair Kumquat Liqueur online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.