Kir and Kir Royale
Jacques PépinA Kir is a classic French apéritif made by mixing Crème de Cassis (a black currant liqueur) with dry white wine, typically served before a meal. The Kir Royale is a more festive variation using sparkling wine instead of white wine, and both are known for their refreshing, slightly sweet and tart flavor profile.
Ingredients
Kir:
- 1 part Crème de Cassis (a sweet black currant liqueur)
- 3 parts dry white wine
Kir Royale:
- 1 part Crème de Cassis
- 3 parts Champagne or other sparkling wine
Notes
Pour the Crème de Cassis into a white wine glass and gently stir in the cold white wine. Makes 1 cocktail.
Pour the Crème de Cassis into a Champagne flute and gently top with sparkling wine. Makes 1 cocktail.
