Cranberry Kir Champagne Cocktail
Elevate your holiday celebrations with the stunning Cranberry Kir Champagne Cocktail, a festive twist on the classic French aperitif. This sparkling cocktail combines the rich, fruity essence of crème de cassis, the tart brightness of cranberry juice, and the effervescent elegance of champagne or sparkling wine. Topped with a garnish of fresh cranberries and a sprig of rosemary, this drink not only tastes exquisite but also doubles as a show-stopping centerpiece for any gathering. Ready in just five minutes, it’s the perfect blend of simplicity and sophistication, making it an ideal choice for Christmas parties, New Year’s toasts, or any bubbly-worthy occasion. Impress your guests with this easy-to-make cocktail that embodies the spirit of the season!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 ounces Champagne or sparkling wine
- 1 ounce Cranberry juice
- 0.5 ounce Crème de cassis (blackcurrant liqueur)
- 3 pieces Fresh cranberries (optional, for garnish)
- 1 sprig Fresh rosemary sprig (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Chill a champagne flute in the refrigerator or freezer for a few minutes before assembling the cocktail.
Pour 1 ounce of cranberry juice into the chilled champagne flute.
Add 0.5 ounces of crème de cassis to the flute, creating a layered effect with the cranberry juice.
Slowly top off the flute with 4 ounces of chilled champagne or sparkling wine. Pour carefully to maintain the bubbles and keep the drink from overflowing.
Gently stir the cocktail with a bar spoon to combine the layers while keeping the bubbles intact.
Garnish with 3 fresh cranberries and a sprig of rosemary, if desired, for a festive touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Cranberry Kir Champagne Cocktail!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
163 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.2 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 13 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 111 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
