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    October 31, 2019 Bubbly

    Kir Royale

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    One of my favorite champagne cocktails ever: the Kir Royale. Although traditionally made with creme de cassis, I prefer it with Chambord and a good quality cocktail cherry for garnish.  With its beautiful rosy color ( which can be make darker by adding even more liqueur ), this cocktail makes a great, classy Halloween Cocktail without any gore or grossness! 

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    kir royale with chambord

    Is Chambord the same as Creme de Cassis?

    Nope! Although Creme de Cassis is the traditional liqueur for a Kir Royale, over the year I ( and many, many others ) have come to the conclusion that Chambord cocktails are delicious, and that the Kir Royale is better off being one of them!  In particular, I find Creme de Cassis just doesn't have the same rich, deep flavor as Chambord.  

    kir royale with chambord

    What does a Kir Royale taste like?

    When made with a crisp Champagne or Prosecco and Chambord, a Kir Royale is a fruity glass of bubbles that nearly any palette will love.

    What is the Proper Kir Royale Pronunciation?

    You know you want it, but how do you ORDER??? It's not as scary as it looks: Kir Royale -> sounds like "keer roy-Ahl".

    kir royale with cherry

    What is in a Kir Royale?

    The Kir Royale ingredients are SO simple: Champagne ( or Prosecco ) and Chambord.  Not only is this cocktail delicious, it's STUPID SIMPLE to make. Win, win.

    I like a very, very light flavoring in my Kir Royale, and my recipe reflects that.  However, feel free to add more Chambord as you feel fit! 

    kir royale

    In addition to this Kir Royale Drink Recipe, you might also like:

    • Homemade Maraschino Cherries ( THA BEST )
    • Grand Marnier Cranberries ( turn this into a Christmas-y drink! ) 
    • Champagne Primer ( Learn how to pick bubbly you'll love on a budget! ) 
    kir royale with chambord

    Kir Royale

    The best Chambord Cocktail you'll ever find! Bubbly, light, crisp, and delicious.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Cocktail
    Cuisine: French
    Keyword: Kir Royale
    Prep Time: 1 minute
    Total Time: 1 minute
    Servings: 1 cocktail
    Calories: 153kcal
    Author: Marianne

    Ingredients

    • 4 oz Sparkling Wine Brut Champagne or Prosecco
    • 1 oz Chambord
    • 1 cherry bourbon, brandied, or good-quality maraschino ( optional garnish )

    Instructions

    • In a Champagne glass, pour 1 ounce of Chambord.
    • Carefully ( slowly ) pour 4 ounces of Sparkling Wine on top of the Chambord.
    • Top with a cocktail cherry ( optional, garnish )
    Nutrition Facts
    Kir Royale
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 153
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    1. Katie says

      October 31, 2019 at 12:51 pm

      Gorgeous! Those glasses are awesome too!

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      • Marianne says

        October 31, 2019 at 4:13 pm

        Thank you! One of my favorite drinks, and figured I should have a little fun with the photos since it's Halloween!

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