French Currant Spritz

This elegant and refreshing cocktail, the French Currant Spritz, is a traditional French favorite named after Félix Kir, the former mayor of Dijon, France. It combines dry white wine with a touch of Crème de Cassis, a blackcurrant liqueur, to create a delightful and sophisticated flavor profile. The Kir Royale, a luxurious variation of the classic Kir, is made by adding champagne to the mix, elevating the experience to another level of elegance.

French Currant Spritz

An elegant and refreshing cocktail, the French Currant Spritz combines dry white wine with a touch of Crème de Cassis, creating a delightful and sophisticated flavor profile.

4.55 from 59 votes
Cook Time 3 mins
Total Time 3 mins

Ingredients

  • 4 1/2 ounces dry white wine
  • 3/4 ounce blackcurrant liqueur

Instructions

  1. Pour the dry white wine into a wine glass or champagne flute.
  2. Add the blackcurrant liqueur to the glass.
  3. Gently stir the ingredients together.