“K”ir
I first discovered the Kir, a French cocktail, while traveling with a friend. It’s a simple yet tasty drink made by combining dry white wine with a splash of blackcurrant liqueur and served in a wine glass or champagne flute.
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| By Stuart Webster from Southampton, England (Kir) via Wikimedia Commons |
Chambord is used when available but for the less extravagant, Hiram Walker makes a Crème de Cassis for about $12. It can also be served with champagne in place of the wine, and would be called a Kir Royal. The drink became popular after WWII, when Félix Kir (1876-1968) who was mayor of Dijon in Burgundy, served it at receptions to dignitaries, promoting two vital products of his region.
It’s a refreshing beverage for spring and summer and is usually a hit at parties.
What is your favorite spring/summertime cocktail? Care to share your recipe?
6 Comments
SD Neeve
I love Chambord!So delicious. Nice with lemonade too if you don't have any wine at hand.
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Maria Dunn
Pinned this one. I'm going to try it. Thanks. Visiting from A to Z. Enjoy. Maria from Delight Directed Living
Shelina Valmond
This one looks great! I'm loving the new Green Apple Smirnoff on hot days right now, but I'm always looking for something new.
Bron
Oooh…might make this my "Easter Special" this weekend! (www.thetaxchic.com)
Donna B. McNicol
That sounds yummy!!
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Millie Burns
The Caipirinha is delicious! Special brazilian rum, poured over limes muddled with sugar! Yum!