This Kir Royale with Prosecco is a classic, elegant cocktail made here with homemade blackcurrant cassis and plenty of sparkle.
Happy Bank Holiday Monday! Is the sun shining where you are? I hope so.
Before we get to the important part — this delicious Kir Royale made with Prosecco and a not-so-secret homemade cassis — a quick note about bank holidays in Cornwall. For locals, these long weekends mean crowds and busy towns, so a little pre-planning goes a long way. With some foresight you can enjoy those three days off without the usual holiday chaos.
Prosecco cocktail with cassis
On a recent grocery trip I treated myself to a bottle of bubbly, planning to use the jar of homemade blackcurrant cassis I made earlier in the summer. I’d been tempted to save it for winter, but the more playful side of me won out and I decided to make a Kir Royale. It was the perfect excuse to enjoy a little fizz and a touch of fruity sweetness.
Pretty in pink
This cocktail is undeniably pretty — pink with bubbles — and it tastes as good as it looks. The Kir Royale is light, refreshing and balances sweet and tart flavours nicely. If you like pink cocktails and prefer a vodka base, there are other recipes to explore, but the Kir Royale is a lovely, simple option for sipping responsibly.
Kir Royale Cocktail recipe with Prosecco
I poured the Prosecco into some fancy glasses and foraged a few raspberries from the allotment to finish each drink. The raspberries are optional but add a pretty, fruity garnish.
Cocktails are best shared, and I’m lucky to have neighbours who also enjoy a glass of bubbles. We took our drinks to the fence and enjoyed a relaxed afternoon — just the kind of casual celebration that suits this simple cocktail.
Other recipes for blackcurrant growers
If you grow blackcurrants, consider trying other recipes using your harvest. Homemade cassis is versatile and delicious in drinks and desserts. For those thinking of growing blackcurrants, look up local growing advice to find the best varieties and care tips for your area.
Drinks
French
Kir Royale, Prosecco Royale
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1
shot
cassis - Prosecco
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Fresh raspberries
optional
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Pour one shot of cassis into each glass.
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Gently top up with Prosecco, pouring slowly over the back of a spoon so the layers stay distinct.
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Garnish with a few fresh raspberries if desired.