Kir Royale Cocktail

Liqueur
Author: Ashifa Bano
Five champagne flutes filled with sparkling wine are lined up on a table indoors, with a blurred background.

The Kir Royale cocktail is a sparkling embodiment of French sophistication that is elegant and simple. This classic marries the deep berry richness of a blackcurrant liqueur known as crème de cassis with the crisp effervescence of bubbly champagne, creating a drink that is luxurious yet approachable.

What you’ll need

Ingredients

Serves:
1
  • Crème de cassis
    15ml
  • Brut champagne
    15ml
  • Ice (optional)
  • Fresh raspberry or lemon twist
    For garnish

Method

  1. Step 1

    Pour the crème de cassis into a chilled champagne flute glass to create a fruity base that does not overpower the bubbles.

  2. Step 2

    To preserve effervescence and balance sweetness, gradually pour chilled champagne.

  3. Step 3

    Avoid stirring, to preserve the wine’s bubbles and light texture, enabling the flavours to blend subtly as you sip.

  4. Step 4

    Garnish with a fresh raspberry or lemon twist for a fragrant and visually pleasing finish. Serve immediately.

Tips & Suggestions

  • Using a dropper or pipette, slowly pour the crème de cassis down the edge of the glass to produce a stunning gradient effect.

  • To balance the sweetness of the liqueur without making the drink too syrupy, opt for a dry champagne or high-quality dry sparkling wine.

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