Black Currant Cassis Cocktail (Printer View)

A vibrant blend of crème de cassis and chilled white wine creating a sweet-tart French aperitif ready in 5 minutes.

# Components:

→ 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 optional

# Method:

01 - Place two wine glasses in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to achieve optimal serving temperature.
02 - Pour 1.7 fl oz of crème de cassis into each chilled glass.
03 - Add 5.1 fl oz of chilled dry white wine to each glass.
04 - Stir gently with a bar spoon to blend ingredients while preserving the wine's effervescence.
05 - Include ice cubes if desired for additional chilling.
06 - Top with fresh blackcurrants or a lemon twist and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Incredibly quick to prepare in just 5 minutes.
  • Offers a beautiful deep purple hue that looks stunning in crystal wine glasses.
  • Easy to customize for a sweeter or drier taste by adjusting the liqueur ratio.
02 -
  • Always use chilled dry white wine to prevent the cocktail from becoming overly sweet.
  • If you have sensitivities, double-check that your wine and liqueur labels are certified gluten-free.
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