French · drink
Kir Royale
Kir Royale reads fruity 7.4, sweetness 6.0 and sourness 2.7 on Palate's 0–10 flavor X-ray — a French drink, about 5 min. Measured from the recipe itself: ingredients and technique.
The flavor X-ray — six axes, 0–10
- Umami & Savory — 2.6 / 10
- Sweet & Fruity — 9.2 / 10
- Sour & Bright — 2.7 / 10
- Bitter & Earthy — 0.0 / 10
- Rich & Fat — 0.0 / 10
- Aromatic & Spice — 1.4 / 10
The measured notes (of 18)
Fruity 7.4 · Sweetness 6.0 · Sourness 2.7 · Funk & Ferment 2.6 · Floral 1.4
What's in it (2)
- 1 tbsp crème de cassis (blackcurrant liqueur)
- 4 oz chilled Champagne
Time & effort: about 5 min (2 min active) · effort: easy
Nutrition (per 100 g, engine-estimated): 56.8 kcal, 0.2 g protein, 0 g fat, 7 g carbs
Dietary: Vegan — engine-derived; double-check anything allergy-critical.
How it's cooked (3 steps)
- Pour a small measure of crème de cassis into the bottom of a champagne flute.
- Top slowly with well-chilled Champagne or sparkling wine.
- Serve immediately as an aperitif without stirring.
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Every number above is Palate's engine-measured estimate, computed from this recipe's ingredients and techniques — not human-tasted ratings or reviews.