Kir Royale

Liqueur · Build · Champagne Flute

Kir Royale Recipe

Kir Royale is a classic liqueur cocktail made with Crème de Cassis, Champagne. Learn how to make this build cocktail with its ingredients, glass, garnish, flavor profile, and history.

The Kir Royale features deep purple-red crème de cassis settling at the bottom, creating a stunning gradient with the golden bubbles of Champagne. The first sip offers a refined berry sweetness, followed by the yeasty, mineral notes of Champagne—the pinnacle of French sophistication.

Ingredients

  • Crème de Cassis 15ml
  • Champagne 120ml

Garnish: Blackcurrant or Raspberry

Flavor: Sweet Berry

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the ingredients in a Kir Royale?

Kir Royale is made with 15ml Crème de Cassis, 120ml Champagne. It is garnished with blackcurrant or raspberry.

How do you make a Kir Royale?

Make a Kir Royale using the build technique and serve it in a Champagne Flute, garnished with blackcurrant or raspberry.

What spirit is a Kir Royale made with?

Kir Royale is a liqueur-based cocktail with a light strength.

What does a Kir Royale taste like?

Cassis liqueur meets Champagne bubbles; French, chic, and luxurious. Key flavors: sweet, berry.

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