The blueberry Kir Royale cocktail is a sparkling, fruit-forward drink that transforms simple ingredients into a celebratory cocktail
I was on a date with my then-boyfriend, a student in my early 20s, experiencing the feeling of having (some) disposable income
We booked dinner at a fancy restaurant and held hands over white starched tablecloths.
I was doing mental calculations of what dessert I could allow myself without damaging my diet;
what main he could allow himself to let me have an extravagant meal without needing to take out a second mortgage.
I ordered a kir royale on a whim, liking the sound of cassis berries and champagne together.
And when it got to the table, all dark purple bubbles and effervescent moments, I immediately fell in love
this blueberry kir royale is my attempt to make a homemade version of this celebratory drink.