Kir Royal
User Reviews
4.8
372 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
8 drinks, use a 750 ml bottle of champagne and 80 ml (about 1/3 cup) of crème de cassis
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Cuisine
European, French, International
Kir Royal
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Kir Royal is a simple, elegant cocktail made by combining crème de cassis, a blackcurrant liqueur, with chilled champagne or sparkling wine. The mixture is garnished with fresh berries for a fragrant and visually appealing drink, balancing sweetness with the dryness of sparkling wine.
Description
The Kir Royal cocktail begins by pouring a measure of crème de cassis into a champagne flute, followed by topping it with chilled champagne or sparkling wine. The blackcurrant liqueur adds a fruity sweetness and deep color contrast against the clear, effervescent base. The cocktail is typically served immediately to preserve the bubbles and freshness.
Garnishing with fresh berries enhances the drink’s aroma and adds a decorative touch. The resulting drink offers a balance of sweetness, fruitiness, and sparkling dryness that is often used as an aperitif or celebratory drink.
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Ingredients
- champagne chilled, or sparkling wine
- creme de cassis about 10 ml crème de cassis to 90-95 ml champagne, or blackcurrant liqueur
- Berry to garnish
Instructions
- Pour the crème de cassis or blackcurrant liqueur into champagne flutes.
- Top with chilled champagne or sparkling wine.
- Garnish with fresh berries and serve immediately.
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Overall Rating
4.8
372 reviews
Excellent
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