Vermouth Cassis
A French aperitif classic that's returning to bar menus. Dry vermouth mixed with crème de cassis (blackcurrant liqueur) and soda creates a light, berry-forward spritz that's been trending as part of the low-ABV movement. What the French order when they want something easy and elegant. — Crafted by Blinner with Love
Ingredients
- 2 oz Dry vermouth
- 0.8 oz Crème de cassis
- 3 oz Soda water
- lemon twist (garnish) garnish
- fresh blackberries (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Perfect before a light French bistro meal—pair with Niçoise salad or duck confit as the blackcurrant's bright acidity and vermouth's herbaceous qualities prepare the palate beautifully. Creamy goat cheese and crusty bread also work wonderfully.
Instructions
Pour vermouth and crème de cassis into a wine glass with ice
Top with soda water
Stir gently once
Garnish with a lemon twist and a few fresh blackberries
Tips
Lejay crème de cassis is the gold standard French brand This is essentially a Kir with soda — simple, elegant, and endlessly refreshing Noilly Prat dry vermouth is the classic French choice