Crème de cassis is a sweet, dark red liqueur made from blackcurrants. Several cocktails are made with crème de cassis, including the very popular wine cocktail, kir. It may also be served as an after-dinner liqueur or as a frappé.


Type | Liqueur |
---|---|
Country of origin | France (Burgundy) |
Introduced | 1841 |
Alcohol by volume | 25% |
Colour | Dark red |
Flavour | Sweet |
Ingredients | Blackcurrant |