Black Currant Cassis Cocktail (Printable)

A refreshing blend of crème de cassis and dry white wine creating a classic French aperitif with sweet-tart flavors.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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 as needed

# How-To Steps:

01 - Place two wine glasses in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to achieve proper serving temperature.
02 - Pour 1.7 fl oz of crème de cassis into each prepared wine glass.
03 - Top each glass with 5.1 fl oz of chilled dry white wine.
04 - Stir gently with a bar spoon to combine the ingredients without disrupting the wine's effervescence.
05 - Add ice cubes to each glass if desired for additional chilling.
06 - Top with fresh blackcurrants or a lemon twist and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's honestly foolproof, which means you can make it confidently even if cocktails aren't your usual thing.
  • The sweet-tart balance hits differently on a warm evening, making every sip feel like a small celebration.
  • You only need three ingredients to feel genuinely impressed by what's in your glass.
02 -
  • The temperature of your wine matters more than you'd think—if it's not properly chilled, the whole drink loses its refreshing quality and tastes oddly flat.
  • Don't overthink the stirring or you'll bruise the drink's delicate character; gentle is always the right call here.
03 -
  • Pre-chill your glasses in the freezer if you have time; the frost on the outside looks gorgeous and keeps the drink cold far longer.
  • The secret to making this feel fancy is in the gentleness of every action—no aggressive pouring, no vigorous stirring, just quiet confidence.
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