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Classic Kir Royale and Variations

Kir Royale combines Champagne and a black currant liqueur to make a delectable cocktail. If you’re feeling adventurous, we have some cool variations to try as well.

Two champagne flutes filled with bubbling pale pink champagne sitting on a wood table.

What Is A Kir Royale?

This is one of the best drinks ever. Partly because I like saying its name: Kir Royale. You say the “Royale” part in a French way. You know, the way you say “Royale with Cheese.” 

But seriously, it’s a classic French cocktail that is simple to make and usually served in a flute glass

It also tastes sooo good. It’s Champagne with crème de cassis. Crème de cassis is a liqueur made from black currants that is sweet and red. You could also substitute Chambord, which is made from black raspberries. 

So pretty, that drink. All blushing and sparkling.

It’s super easy to make too. You pour half an ounce (that’s 1 tablespoon) of the crème de cassis into a Champagne flute. Then top with your Champagne (A dry one is a must. See our guide to sparkling wine choices for cocktails here.) Then drink!

Kir Royale Variations

I think I’m going to stick with the Royale!

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Kir Royale combines Champagne and a black currant liqueur to make a delectable cocktail. If you're feeling adventurous, we have some cool variations to try as well.

Kir Royale Champagne Cocktail

Contributor: Christine Pittman

Kir Royale combines Champagne and a black currant liqueur to make a delectable cocktail. If you’re feeling adventurous, we have some cool variations to try as well.

  • Author: Christine Pittman
  • Prep Time: 2 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 min
  • Total Time: 2 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: French

Ingredients

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  • 1 Tbsp. creme de cassis or Chambord
  • 5 oz. cold Brut Champagne

Instructions

  1. Pour creme de cassis into a Champagne flute. Top slowly with Champagne (best to pour down the side of the glass for less intense foam).

This post originally appeared in December 2015 and was revised and republished in November 2022.