Kir cocktail in a wine glass — Dry white wine

Kir Cocktail Recipe

fruity low-abv easy

dry white wine, creme de cassis

History

The Kir is named for Dijon mayor Félix Kir, who popularized white wine with crème de cassis in postwar Burgundy. Aligoté is the traditional wine; any dry white works. Swap in Champagne and it becomes a Kir Royale.

Ingredients

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How to make

  1. Pour crème de cassis into a white-wine glass.
  2. Top with chilled dry white wine (Aligoté is traditional) and stir once.
  3. Serve ungarnished or with a lemon twist.

Glassware

Wine glass

A generous bowl suits wine-based or lightly sparkling serves and lets aromatics open up.

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Kir FAQ

What ingredients are in a Kir?

A Kir is made with dry white wine and creme de cassis. Amounts and pantry matching are in the ingredients list on this page.

How do you make a Kir?

Pour crème de cassis into a white-wine glass. Top with chilled dry white wine (Aligoté is traditional) and stir once. Serve ungarnished or with a lemon twist.

What glass do you serve a Kir in?

Serve a Kir in a Wine glass. A generous bowl suits wine-based or lightly sparkling serves and lets aromatics open up.

Can I make a Kir with bottles I already own?

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