Glass: Wine glass
Difficulty: Easy
Prep: 5 min
Garnish: Lemon twist
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Description
A classic French cocktail made with white wine and crème de cassis, known for its refreshing taste and elegant presentation.
History
The Kir cocktail is named after Felix Kir, a mayor of Dijon, who popularized the drink by mixing the local white wine with crème de cassis in the mid-20th century.
Instructions
Step 1.
- Pour 1 ounce of crème de cassis into a wine glass.
Step 2.
- Slowly top with 5 ounces of chilled white wine.
Step 3.
- Gently stir to combine.
Step 4.
- Garnish with a twist of lemon peel.