Kir Impérial
ClassicRaspberry liqueur and Champagne, the Kir Royale's fruitier cousin.
Before DinnerFruityCelebrationElegant
2 minEasyLight
Ripe raspberry and a touch of sweetness against dry, toasty Champagne. Fruity, festive, and softly pink.
Ingredients
- 0.5 oz Raspberry Liqueur
- Champagne to top
- Raspberries · optional garnish
Method
- 1
Add the raspberry liqueur to a chilled Champagne flute.
- 2
Top slowly with cold Champagne.
- 3
Drop a raspberry or two into the glass.
The Story
Kir Impérial swaps the blackcurrant of a Kir Royale for raspberry liqueur. It belongs to the Kir family of French aperitifs, which pair a fruit liqueur with white wine or sparkling wine, and it is a popular order for celebrations.
Glass · FluteGarnish · Raspberries