Le Jardin d’Amour: A Romantic French Drink

Discover the allure of France in this delightful French dessert cocktail called Le Jardin d'Amour. Savor the romance with a mix of Crème de Cassis and champagne, garnished with fresh raspberries.

🕒 Prep: 5 mins - Cook: None - Total: 5 mins

🍽 Servings: 4

🔥 Difficulty: Intermediate

🌎 Cuisine: French

Allergens

Alcohol (containing sulfites), Fruit

Ingredients

2 cups Crème de Cassis (Blackcurrant Liqueur)
1 cup champagne or sparkling wine
Fresh raspberries
Sugar for rimming glasses, optional

Instructions

If using sugar to rim the glasses, prepare a small plate with a thin layer of sugar and dip the rim of each glass into the sugar, then rotate to ensure an even coating.
In a large pitcher, combine Crème de Cassis and champagne. Stir gently to combine.
Fill each prepared glass with fresh raspberries.
Pour the champagne mixture over the raspberries in each glass, filling them almost to the top.
Serve immediately and enjoy this cinematic delight!

Chef’s Insight

Choose fresh, ripe raspberries for the best flavor and appearance.

Notes

Always serve responsibly and to adults only.

Substitutions

Replace champagne with sparkling cider for an alcohol-free alternative.

Alternative Preparations

Make a larger batch by multiplying the ingredients and serving in punch bowls or carafes.

Alternative Methods

None, as this is a non-cooked recipe.

Best Storage Practice

Store unopened bottles of Crème de Cassis and champagne in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Once opened, store in the refrigerator.

Shelf Life

6 months for unopened bottles of Crème de Cassis, 3 years for unopened champagne, and up to 3 days for prepared drink.

Plating Tips

Garnish with a few fresh raspberries on a small plate or a sugar-rimmed glass surrounded by raspberries.

Nutrition Facts

Varies depending on serving size and brand of liqueur used.