Kir Royale

The aristocratic upgrade to Burgundy's beloved Kir, the Royale replaces still white wine with Champagne, transforming the casual aperitif into something celebratory and elegant. Crème de cassis's berry richness blooms through the bubbles in shades of deep ruby.

Aperitivo

Ingredients

  • 4 ozChampagne
  • 0.5 ozCrème de Cassis

Preparation

built · Champagne flute · none

  1. 1.

    build

    Add crème de cassis to the bottom of a chilled Champagne flute.

  2. 2.

    top

    Top gently with chilled Champagne. Do not stir.

  3. 3.

    garnish

    Optional: garnish with a lemon twist.

Flavor Profile

fizz
78%
fruity
38%
dilution
35%
sour
29%
floral
20%
sweet
18%