Everything You Need to Know About The Kir
The Kir is a classic French apéritif, celebrated for its simplicity and elegance. It consists of crème de cassis, a liqueur made from blackcurrants, topped with white wine. The cocktail gained widespread popularity and its current name thanks to Félix Kir, a Catholic priest and war hero of the French Resistance. Legend has it that during World War II, when local red Burgundy wines were confiscated, Kir promoted this mix using the available white wine and cassis to create a visually similar, patriotic drink. After the war, Kir served as mayor of the city of Dijon and frequently served the drink at official receptions.
