How Do You Make A Layered Kir Royale?
Kir Royale is a festive and delicious cocktail. Although they are often blended, a layered Kir Royale makes a very attractive drink. There are several versions of the invention of the Kir Royale. One story is that the local priest of a French village organized a derailment of a train carrying German soldiers, which saved the village’s wine stock. In honor of Canon Felix Kir, the villagers created the Kir and named it for the priest. Another version is told that it was Canon Kir who created the drink out of necessity. Apparently the occupation led to a lesser quality wine and Kir spiced it up by adding blackcurrant liqueur to wine; or at least he took credit for that invention. Prepare the lemon twists. About one hour before serving, remove the rind from a lemon in strips approximately two inches. There are graters to aid you in this process or you can use a small, sharp knife. Cut the white pith away from the rind. Roll each rind strip up and set aside. When you are ready to serve the
