Cocktails

Kir Royale

Kir Royale is an alcoholic cocktail built on Champagne. It leans berry, blackcurrant and sweet. Built and served in a Champagne Flute. Expect about 13.1% ABV and roughly 222 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic13.1% ABV2 ingredients

At a Glance

222 kcalCalories

13.1%ABV

13.5gSugar

18.8gCarbs

1.33Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Easybuilt drink

Why: 2 ingredients

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

1 partCreme de CassisLiqueur Modifier
5 partsChampagneFortified Wine

How to Make It

Pour Creme de cassis in glass, gently pour champagne on topPour

How to Serve

Glass: Champagne Flute

Taste profile

Primary flavours

BerryBlackcurrantSweet

Supporting notes

Tart AppleBubblesCitrus Mineral

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

What do these dimensions mean?

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-Free Vegetarian

May be limited

Vegan

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

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Last updated June 18, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Kir Royale?: The Kir Royale is a cocktail made with 2 ingredients, traditionally served in a Champagne Flute. It has an ABV of approximately 13.1%. A standard serving contains approximately 222 calories.
What does a Kir Royale taste like?: Kir Royale has a flavour profile featuring Berry, Blackcurrant, Sweet, Tart. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
How strong is a Kir Royale?: The Kir Royale has an ABV of approximately 13.1%. That's approximately 1.33 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 222 kcal, 13.5g sugar, 18.8g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
What drinks are similar to a Kir Royale?: If you enjoy Kir Royale, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
Can I make a Kir Royale at home?: Yes. The Kir Royale uses 2 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Champagne Flute. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?: Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?: Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Kir Royale with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.