Combier Liqueur de Cassis
Combier Liqueur de Cassis is a benchmark French blackcurrant liqueur revered for its pure, fruit-intense profile and elegant sweetness. Rich yet refined, it brings concentrated dark berry depth to cocktails and culinary creations alike, making it an indispensable ingredient in classic serves like the Kir or Kir Royale, and a worthy addition to any spirits cabinet.
Origins & Craftsmanship
Combier is one of the oldest established liqueur houses in France, founded in 1834 in Saumur, Loire Valley, with a long tradition of artisanal fruit liqueur production. The house pioneered the use of natural fruit maceration and distillation techniques that emphasize clarity of flavor and aromatic purity.
Combier Liqueur de Cassis is made from fully ripe blackcurrants (cassis)—traditionally sourced from France for optimal intensity. The fruit is macerated and steeped to extract rich color and deep berry oils, then blended with a neutral base spirit and carefully balanced with sugar to deliver sweetness without overshadowing the fruit’s expressive character. The result is a liqueur that tastes intensely of dark berry fruit, yet remains vibrant and balanced rather than cloying.
Tasting Profile
Nose: Lush and aromatic—pure, ripe blackcurrant with hints of blackberry compote, crushed berry leaf, and a subtle floral lift.
Palate: Deep, concentrated dark berry fruit unfolds immediately—cassis jam, juicy blackcurrant, and fresh forest berry notes. The sweetness is rich but well integrated, supported by a natural acidity that keeps it from feeling heavy.
Finish: Long, smooth, and fruit-driven—dark berry persistence with a gentle sweetness that fades into a clean, bright tail of cassis and tart cherry.
Quick Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| ABV / Proof | 20% ABV |
| Origin / Region | France — Saumur, Loire Valley |
| Production or Grape Type | Liqueur made from blackcurrants (cassis); fruit maceration and spirit blending |
| Aging or Maturation | Unaged; fruit-driven liqueur |
| Aromas & Flavors | Intense blackcurrant, blackberry, berry leaf, subtle floral lift |
| Style / Identity | Classic French cassis liqueur — rich, fruit-intense, balanced |
Cocktail Recipes
Kir Royale (Classic Signature)
Ingredients:
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0.5 oz Combier Liqueur de Cassis
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3.5–4 oz Champagne or dry sparkling wine
Garnish: Twist of lemon (optional)
Method: Pour cassis into chilled flute. Slowly top with chilled Champagne. Do not stir; garnish gently.
Cassis Spritz
Ingredients:
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0.75 oz Combier Liqueur de Cassis
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2.5 oz prosecco (or dry sparkling wine)
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1 oz soda water
Garnish: Fresh raspberries or lemon wheel
Method: Build in a wine glass over ice. Add cassis, prosecco, and soda. Stir lightly.
Blackcurrant Sour
Ingredients:
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1.5 oz bourbon or rye
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0.5–0.75 oz Combier Liqueur de Cassis
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0.75 oz fresh lemon juice
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0.5 oz simple syrup
Garnish: Lemon twist or cherry
Method: Shake with ice. Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.
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Description
Combier Liqueur de Cassis is a benchmark French blackcurrant liqueur revered for its pure, fruit-intense profile and elegant sweetness. Rich yet refined, it brings concentrated dark berry depth to cocktails and culinary creations alike, making it an indispensable ingredient in classic serves like the Kir or Kir Royale, and a worthy addition to any spirits cabinet.
Origins & Craftsmanship
Combier is one of the oldest established liqueur houses in France, founded in 1834 in Saumur, Loire Valley, with a long tradition of artisanal fruit liqueur production. The house pioneered the use of natural fruit maceration and distillation techniques that emphasize clarity of flavor and aromatic purity.
Combier Liqueur de Cassis is made from fully ripe blackcurrants (cassis)—traditionally sourced from France for optimal intensity. The fruit is macerated and steeped to extract rich color and deep berry oils, then blended with a neutral base spirit and carefully balanced with sugar to deliver sweetness without overshadowing the fruit’s expressive character. The result is a liqueur that tastes intensely of dark berry fruit, yet remains vibrant and balanced rather than cloying.
Tasting Profile
Nose: Lush and aromatic—pure, ripe blackcurrant with hints of blackberry compote, crushed berry leaf, and a subtle floral lift.
Palate: Deep, concentrated dark berry fruit unfolds immediately—cassis jam, juicy blackcurrant, and fresh forest berry notes. The sweetness is rich but well integrated, supported by a natural acidity that keeps it from feeling heavy.
Finish: Long, smooth, and fruit-driven—dark berry persistence with a gentle sweetness that fades into a clean, bright tail of cassis and tart cherry.
Quick Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| ABV / Proof | 20% ABV |
| Origin / Region | France — Saumur, Loire Valley |
| Production or Grape Type | Liqueur made from blackcurrants (cassis); fruit maceration and spirit blending |
| Aging or Maturation | Unaged; fruit-driven liqueur |
| Aromas & Flavors | Intense blackcurrant, blackberry, berry leaf, subtle floral lift |
| Style / Identity | Classic French cassis liqueur — rich, fruit-intense, balanced |
Cocktail Recipes
Kir Royale (Classic Signature)
Ingredients:
-
0.5 oz Combier Liqueur de Cassis
-
3.5–4 oz Champagne or dry sparkling wine
Garnish: Twist of lemon (optional)
Method: Pour cassis into chilled flute. Slowly top with chilled Champagne. Do not stir; garnish gently.
Cassis Spritz
Ingredients:
-
0.75 oz Combier Liqueur de Cassis
-
2.5 oz prosecco (or dry sparkling wine)
-
1 oz soda water
Garnish: Fresh raspberries or lemon wheel
Method: Build in a wine glass over ice. Add cassis, prosecco, and soda. Stir lightly.
Blackcurrant Sour
Ingredients:
-
1.5 oz bourbon or rye
-
0.5–0.75 oz Combier Liqueur de Cassis
-
0.75 oz fresh lemon juice
-
0.5 oz simple syrup
Garnish: Lemon twist or cherry
Method: Shake with ice. Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.
