Black Currant Cassis Cocktail (Printable Page)

A vibrant French aperitif combining crème de cassis with dry white wine for a refreshing sweet-tart flavor profile.

# What You Need:

→ Alcohol

01 - 3.4 fl oz crème de cassis (blackcurrant liqueur)
02 - 10.1 fl oz chilled dry white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Aligoté

→ Garnish

03 - Fresh blackcurrants or lemon twists
04 - Ice cubes as needed

# Steps:

01 - Place two wine glasses in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to thoroughly chill before preparing the cocktail
02 - Pour 1.7 fl oz of crème de cassis into each chilled wine glass
03 - Top each glass with 5.1 fl oz of chilled dry white wine
04 - Stir gently to blend the cassis and wine without disrupting the wine's effervescence
05 - Add a few ice cubes to each glass if desired for additional chilling
06 - Garnish each cocktail with fresh blackcurrants or a lemon twist and serve immediately

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Vibrant and refreshing sweet-tart flavor profile.
  • Simple and elegant French aperitif style.
  • Quick to prepare in just 5 minutes.
  • Perfectly suited for vegetarian and gluten-free diets.
02 -
  • Always ensure the white wine and liqueur are gluten-free if serving guests with sensitivities.
  • Use well-chilled glasses to keep the drink refreshing without needing excessive ice.
  • Choose a dry wine like Sauvignon Blanc to balance the natural sweetness of the blackcurrant liqueur.
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