Toast The Olympics With A Kir Royale

The opening ceremonies of the 2024 Summer Olympics are set to begin on July 26th. Even non-sports fans will be excited to catch glimpses of the City of Light as the events get underway.

Like us, you may be wondering the best way to celebrate the start of the Paris Olympics in fine French style. We chose one of our favorite French cocktails to toast the athletes the tasty Kir Royale.

Even if you’re not interested in the Olympics, no worries. This cocktail is the perfect aperitif any day of the week.

While there are many different types of Kir Royales we’re sharing our favorite recipe.

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Kir Royale

A perfect way to celebrate any special occasion.

Ingredients

• 1 ounce Creme de Cassis
• 5 ounces Champagne or Sparkling Wine

Instructions 

• First add the Creme de Cassis in a flute
• Add the champagne or sparkling wine.

Notes

It’s important to make sure the sparkling wine is completely chilled. You may add Chambord or any other flavored liquor you prefer.

The cocktail should have a lovely blush color. If you prefer a sweeter cocktail add a bit more liquer. 

Garnish with raspberries or any other berry that you enjoy.

Course: Drinks

We have enjoyed many different alternatives to this tasty French cocktail. Adding limoncello makes it a bit Italian and adding ginjinha cherry liqueur makes it a little Portuguese.

Any way you mix it is sure to be a tasty way to celebrate the Olympics and cheer on your favorite athletes while dreaming of Paris. Let the games begin!

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