Classic French Kir Royale
A ruby-red French aperitif made with crème de cassis and chilled brut sparkling wine.
Equipment
- Chilled champagne flute
- Jigger
- Citrus peeler
Ingredients
Cocktail
- 1 oz crème de cassis chilled
- 5 oz brut sparkling wine chilled
- 1 piece lemon peel cut into a twist
- 4 berries blackcurrants optional garnish
Instructions
Assemble:
- Chill a champagne flute. Add the crème de cassis to the bottom of the glass.
- Slowly top with the chilled sparkling wine, pouring down the side of the flute to protect the bubbles.
Garnish and serve:
- Add a lemon twist and a few blackcurrants if using. Serve immediately while the drink is cold and effervescent.
Notes
- Choose a dry brut sparkling wine to balance the cassis.
- Do not stir after adding the wine; the drink blends as it is poured.
- For a non-alcoholic version, use sparkling water and less cassis.
Nutrition
Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 13gSodium: 8mgSugar: 12g