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Virgin Kir Royale

The elegant French aperitif reimagined—cassis and bubbles without the wine

non-alcoholicEasy0
MethodBuildGlassChampagne FluteIcenoneGarnishfresh blackberries, lemon twist
Recipe
Serves1
Ingredients
  • ¾ ozblackcurrant syrup(or cassis syrup)
  • 5 ozsparkling water(or NA sparkling wine)
  • fresh blackberries, lemon twistgarnish
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Instructions
  1. 1Pour blackcurrant syrup into flute
  2. 2Slowly top with chilled sparkling water
  3. 3Do not stir - let it create gradient effect
  4. 4Garnish with fresh blackberries
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History & Origin

The Kir Royale, named for Felix Kir, the mayor of Dijon who popularized the drink, traditionally combines creme de cassis with Champagne. This virgin version uses blackcurrant syrup with sparkling water to capture the same jewel-toned elegance and berry sophistication.

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