1. A dark purple or black liqueur made from blackcurrants, originally from France.
Usage: Also called blackcurrant liqueur; Commonly used in cocktails and mixed drinks
2. The blackcurrant fruit or plant itself.
Usage: Less common usage in English; more prevalent in French

Examples

• She ordered a kir, which is white wine mixed with cassis.
• The bartender poured a generous measure of cassis into the cocktail.
• Cassis is a popular ingredient in French aperitifs.
• The deep purple color of cassis makes it visually striking in drinks.
• Many classic cocktails feature cassis as a key component.