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Kir royale: Champagne cocktail

Published October 12, 2022 | Updated October 12, 2022 | By Mandy & Jane

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A Kir Royale is the perfect way to add a touch of luxury to any occasion. Made with Champagne and crème de cassis, this classic French cocktail is sophisticated and delicious. Whether you’re celebrating a special moment or simply enjoying a night in, a Kir Royale is always a good idea.

A glass of kir royale with a cork on the floor and bar snacks.

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We love cocktails, pass us a sidecar or vodka martini, and we’re happy, but sometimes you need something extra special – cue our kir royale!

Why you’ll love this champagne cocktail recipe

  • It’s so simple and can be made in 2 minutes!
  • A perfect party cocktail for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve.
  • You can substitute the ingredients with our different variations.
  • Makes an occasion, feel special and is a real crowd pleaser.

Kir royale ingredients you’ll need

You’ll need all the ingredients shown in the photograph below, but our tips for substituting further down.

Ingredients needed, creme de cassis and champagne.

Nothing says ‘celebration’ better than champagne cocktails, and this one is extra special!

How to make a kir royale cocktail with step by step instructions

It’s easy to make our kir royale cocktail if you follow our simple instructions.

A full printable recipe and the measurements in both US customary and metric are available in the recipe card below.

Pouring crème de cassis into a champagne flute.
Pour crème de cassis into a chilled champagne flute.
Placing a blackberry in a champagne flute.
Place a blackberry into the glass.
Pouring champagne or sparkling wine into champagne flute with crème de cassis in.
Pour champagne to top up your glass.

In a chilled champagne flute, add creme de cassis, then top up with champagne.

Serve immediately, enjoy, and cheers!

We hope you enjoy making and drinking our kir royale cocktail and would love to hear how you got on with making it.

Please leave a comment below and feel free to ask any questions you may have.

Notes and expert tips

  • Sub out the crème de cassis
    You could use Chambord and make a kir impérial, which is a French black raspberry liqueur, it’ll alter the taste but still be delicious, in fact, you could substitute it with many berry liqueurs.
  • Bubbles
    Use champagne, sparkling wine, cava, or prosecco.
  • Storage
    Kir royale does not store well, so drink it before the bubbles go flat.

How to store kir royale

Kir royale doesn’t store well, if it’s left for too long then the champagne or sparkling wine will go flat.

The best thing to do with this cocktail is to drink it straight away.

Blackberry floating on the surface of a champagne cocktail.

Kir royale variations

A kir is a French cocktail made with white wine and crème de cassis (a blackcurrant liqueur).

There are many variations of this drink, but the most popular ones are the kir royale (made with champagne or sparkling wine) and the kir Normand (made with cider).

If you’re looking for something a little different, try the kir framboise (made with crème de framboise, raspberry liqueur) or the kir pêche (made with crème de pêche, peach liqueur).

Or, if you really want to switch things up, go for the kir royal framboise – a delicious mix of champagne and raspberry liqueur.

Can I make champagne cocktails ahead?

No, you can’t.

If you pour the champagne and leave it, then it will go flat.

You want lots of bubbles in your kir royale, a flat one just doesn’t cut the grade.

And seeing that our kir royale only takes 2 minutes to make (if that) then there’s no reason to make it ahead.

Do I have to use champagne?

Although it’s traditionally made with champagne, you could substitute the champagne with sparkling wine, cava, or prosecco.

A stylish glass of kir royale ready to drink.

What is crème de cassis?

Creme de cassis is a French blackcurrant liqueur. It is deep purple in color and has a sweet, fruity flavor.

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Kir royale just poured and ready to drink.
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Kir royale: Champagne cocktail

This kir royale cocktail recipe is the perfect way to show your sophisticated side. It's easy to make and only requires two ingredients, so you can impress your guests without spending hours in the kitchen. Plus, it's a refreshing and elegant drink that's perfect for any occasion!
Prep Time2 mins
Total Time2 mins
Servings1
Calories113
Course: Cocktails
Cuisine: French
Author: Jane Chapman
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Ingredients

  • ½ oz Creme de cassis
  • 5 oz Dry champagne chilled
  • Blackberry to garnish
US Customary – Metric

Instructions

  • Add creme de cassis to a champagne flute, then, tilting the flute, pour in champagne, and garnish with a fresh blackberry. Serve immediately and enjoy!
    ½ oz Creme de cassis, 5 oz Dry champagne, Blackberry

Notes

Sub out the crème de cassis
 You could use Chambord and make a kir impérial, which is a French black raspberry liqueur, it’ll alter the taste but still be delicious, in fact, you could substitute it with many berry liqueurs
Bubbles
 Use champagne, sparkling wine, cava, or prosecco
Storage
 Kir royale does not store well, so drink it before the bubbles go flat

Nutrition

Calories: 113kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.04g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 11mg | Potassium: 129mg | Sugar: 6g | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 1mg

Disclaimer

Please note that nutrient values are estimates only. Variations can occur due to product availability and manner of food preparation. Nutrition may vary based on methods of origin, preparation, freshness of ingredients, and other factors.

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