Cherry Royal
Description
Cherry Royal is a cherry variation of the traditional French aperitif cocktail 'Kir Royale'. The delicate bubbles of champagne harmonize exquisitely with the sweet and tart flavor of cherry liqueur, creating an elegant and gorgeous taste. The beautiful pink liquid is visually delightful, making it perfect for special occasions and celebrations. With a relatively moderate alcohol content, it's popular among women.
Origin
Country of Origin: France （1940s）
After World War II, at the bar 'International' in Vienna, Austria, a new variation using cherry liqueur was created based on the already popular Kir Royale. Born as a cocktail expressing the glamour and hope of the post-war reconstruction period while inheriting French aperitif culture.
Birth Date Meaning
A person with balanced patience and perseverance
The sweet and tart cherry combined with the elegance of champagne represents both endurance and refined character
Famous Quotes
- "Life is too short to drink bad champagne" - Napoleon Bonaparte
Trivia
- Born as a cherry variation of Kir Royale, derived from French aperitif culture
- Said to have been created after WWII at the bar 'International' in Vienna, Austria
- Belongs to the lineage of elegant cocktails featured in 1940s films like 'Casablanca'
- As a January 20th commemorative drink, it symbolizes bringing warmth to the cold season
- Cherry is pronounced 'Cerise' in French and represents the sweet-tart balance of life
Recipe
Ingredients:
- Champagne (Brut) - 120 ml
- Cherry Liqueur - 15 ml
- Maraschino Cherry - 1 個
Instructions:
- Chill the champagne flute beforehand
- Pour cherry liqueur into the glass
- Slowly pour chilled champagne
- Gently stir 1-2 times with a bar spoon
- Drop a maraschino cherry into the glass
- Express lemon peel oils and add aroma
- Serve immediately