# Kir Royale

> <p><strong>What's in it:</strong> Crème de cassis (blackcurrant liqueur) topped with Champagne. The Kir version uses white wine instead.<br><strong>Where it's from:</strong> Burgundy, France. Named after Félix Kir, mayor of Dijon and WWII Resistance hero, who served it at receptions.<br><strong>When to drink it:</strong> Pre-dinner, ideally on a terrace in Burgundy, ideally with someone who'll tell you the Félix Kir story.<br><strong>The case:</strong> Champagne with extra benefits. Named after a literal hero. Hard to argue with.</p>

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kir_(cocktail)