A French bistro favorite, this aperitif turns an everyday white wine into a festive cocktail. To really make it an occasion, use sparkling wine.

Makes 4 servings

ACTIVE TIME: 5 minutes

TOTAL TIME: 5 minutes

EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy

4 tablespoons crème de cassis (black currant liqueur) or black currant syrup
16 fluid ounces (2 cups) chilled dry white wine or sparkling wine
Twists of lemon or orange zest for garnish

Spoon 1 tablespoon crème de cassis (or black currant syrup) into each 8-ounce wineglass. Fill with white wine and add a twist of lemon or orange zest.

NUTRITION INFORMATION: Per serving: 122 calories; 0 g fat (0 g sat, 0 g mono); 0 mg cholesterol; 6 g carbohydrate; 0 g protein; 0 g fiber; 6 mg sodium.

Kir is with white wine. Kir Royale is with Champagne.

Anonymous, Eden Prairie, MN