Kir

A simple and elegant French aperitif combining dry white wine with a splash of blackcurrant liqueur.

Kir

Ingredients

1 drink
  • 120 ml dry white wine
  • 10 ml crème de cassis (blackcurrant liqueur)
Details Value
Glass wine glass
Method built
Ice cubed
Garnish lemon twist (optional)
ABV 12.2%
UK units 1.6
Calories 120 kcal
Sugar 10 g

per drink

Method

  1. Pour the crème de cassis into the wine glass.
  2. Top up gently with the dry white wine.
  3. Stir lightly if you like.
  4. Add a lemon twist for a subtle citrus aroma if you want.

The Origin of a Kir

Named after Félix Kir, a French priest who popularized this drink after World War II.

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