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Kir Royale Cocktail Drink

Best Kir Royale Recipe

Sip and unwind with our Kir Royale recipe! You're in for a real treat with just Champagne and Crème de Cassis.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 142.3

Ingredients
 

  • 5 oz Champagne - chilled
  • 1 oz Crème de Cassis
  • Lemon twist or fresh berries

Equipment

  • Champagne Flute
  • Measuring Jigger

Instructions

  • Chill Glass: Chill your Champagne flute in the freezer for a few hours.
  • Add Crème de Cassis: Pour 1 oz Crème de Cassis into the chilled flute.
  • Pour Champagne: Carefully pour 5 oz Champagne over the Crème de Cassis.
  • Garnish (Optional): Add a lemon twist or fresh berries to the glass for garnish.

Notes

Substitutes:

  • Champagne: I've used Prosecco and Cava when I didn't have Champagne. Both work well, though they slightly alter the drink's character.
  • Crème de Cassis: Blackcurrant syrup or Chambord can work if you can't find Crème de Cassis. The flavor profile will change, but you'll still get that berry essence.

Making a Pitcher of Kir Royale:

  • Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, you'll need 40 oz of Champagne and 8 oz of Crème de Cassis.
  • Mix: Combine the Champagne and Crème de Cassis in a large pitcher. Stir gently.
  • Serve: Pour the mixture into chilled Champagne flutes, garnish with a lemon twist or fresh berries, and serve immediately.

Making it Non-Alcoholic:

  • Champagne Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic sparkling wine or club soda for the fizz.
  • Crème de Cassis Substitute: Opt for a blackcurrant-flavored syrup.
  • Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes and follow the original steps.

Making it Vegan:

  • Champagne: Ensure the Champagne or sparkling wine you're using is vegan. Some brands use animal products in the fining process.
  • Crème de Cassis: Most Crème de Cassis brands are vegan, but it's always good to check the label to be sure.