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Kir cocktail
Ordinary Drink

Kir

Le Kir est un cocktail classique français, composé de crème de cassis et de vin blanc sec, généralement du Bourgogne. Servi dans un verre à vin, il offre une délicieuse harmonie entre la douceur du cassis et l'acidité du vin, parfait pour un apéritif élégant. Ce mélange raffiné est souvent apprécié lors des occasions festives et des repas en plein air.

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Prep Time
5 Min
Difficulty
Easy
Glass
Wine Glass
Serves
1 Serving

Ingredients

  • 1 partCreme de Cassis
  • 5 partsChampagne

Pairs Well With

  • Soft French cheeses
  • Escargot
  • Smoked salmon canapé
  • Quiche Lorraine
  • Herb-roasted chicken
  • Berry tart

Preparation

  1. 1

    Ajoutez la crème de cassis au fond du verre, puis complétez avec du vin.

Best Enjoyed

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Pro Tips

01

Use French white wine, preferably from Burgundy region, for authentic character

02

select quality crème de cassis for proper cassis flavor without artificial taste

03

pour wine first, then cassis, for proper layering and visual appeal

04

serve well-chilled in a white wine glass

05

ratio should be approximately 9:1 wine to liqueur for balance

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History & Origins

A classic French aperitif that originated in Dijon, combining dry white wine with blackcurrant liqueur (crème de cassis). Named after Félix Kir, a famous mayor of Dijon, this elegant, simple drink became a staple of sophisticated French culture and remains a timeless introduction to aperitif hour.

Variations

Kir Royale

Substitutes champagne for white wine for celebratory elegance and festive bubbles

Kir with Champagne

uses premium sparkling wine and cassis for luxury

Black Currant Spritzer

extends with sparkling water for lighter, lower-alcohol aperitif

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Kir

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