cassis

[kaˈsiː]

cassis Definition

• 1. a blackcurrant-flavored liqueur made in France
• 2. a blackcurrant

Using cassis: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "cassis" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I ordered a Kir Royale, which is made with cassis and champagne.

• Example

  The recipe calls for fresh cassis to be added to the cake batter.

Phrases with cassis

• creme de cassis

  a sweet, dark red liqueur made from blackcurrants

  Example

  The bartender added a splash of creme de cassis to my cocktail.

• cassis berry

  a small, round, dark purple fruit that grows on a shrub and is used to make jams, jellies, and other food products

  Example

  The farmer harvested a basket of ripe cassis berries from the bush.

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Summary: cassis in Brief

The term 'cassis' [kaˈsiː] refers to a blackcurrant-flavored liqueur made in France, as well as the blackcurrant fruit itself. It is commonly used in cocktails, such as the Kir Royale, and in baking recipes that call for fresh cassis. Other related terms include 'creme de cassis,' a sweet liqueur made from blackcurrants, and 'cassis berry,' a small, dark purple fruit used in jams and jellies.