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Kir
Ordinary Drink

Kir

Wine Glass 2 Min Chilled

Il Kir è un cocktail classico francese, composto da un mix di vino bianco secco e crème de cassis, un liquore a base di ribes nero. Servito in un bicchiere da vino, è un aperitivo rinfrescante e fruttato, perfetto per iniziare una serata. La sua semplicità e il suo sapore delicato lo rendono molto apprezzato in tutto il mondo.

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Ingredients

  • 1 partCreme de Cassis
  • 5 partsChampagne

Pairs Well With

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

Aggiungi la crème de cassis sul fondo del bicchiere, poi riempi con il vino.

Best Enjoyed

aperitifsfestive dinnerscasual gatherings

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

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