
Vermouth Cassis
Dry vermouth and creme de cassis lengthened with sparkling water — a classic French aperitif hour pour. Blackcurrant fruit over a crisp, herbal base.
6.5% ABVLightCocktails
Easy
Difficulty
3 min
Time
155 Cal
Calories
1
Serving
Flavor profile
Aperitif
Strength
Sweet
Sour
Bitter
Taste values from the Pocket Bartender recipe catalog.
Ingredients
- Soda Water· not in your bar
Or swap: Lemon-Lime Soda — sweeter, citrusy, Tonic Water — adds a bittersweet edge
- Crème de Cassis· not in your bar¾ oz
Or swap: Crème de Mûre — blackberry twist, Raspberry Liqueur — brighter berry
- Dry Vermouth· not in your bar1 ½ oz
Or swap: Blanc Vermouth — slightly sweeter, Lillet Blanc — lighter, citrusy
Instructions
Stir vermouth and creme de cassis in a highball glass with ice cubes.
Fill with carbonated water.
Stir again, and serve.
Pairs well with
Blackcurrant and dry vermouth make a light French apéritif for café fare:
- Baguette with salted butter
- Chèvre and honey crostini
- Nicoise olives
- Cassis macarons




