noun
- an aperitif made of white wine mixed with blackcurrant liqueur
Usage: French origin; commonly served as a before-dinner drink
Examples
- She ordered a kir at the French restaurant.
- The bartender prepared a kir with a splash of crème de cassis.
- A kir is a popular choice for an elegant aperitif.
- They served kirs to guests before dinner.
- The kir's sweet and fruity flavor makes it a refreshing drink.