black currant
noun
: a European perennial currant (Ribes nigrum) bearing aromatic edible black berries that are used especially in flavoring liqueur (such as cassis)
also
: the fruit
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Kir Royale Champagne purists may condemn this wine cocktail but it’s become an icon for a reason; the delightful combination of sweet-tart from the black currant liqueur and the dry fizz of Champagne presents a well-balanced sip that perfectly sets the tone for a meal ahead.
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Jillian Dara, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
Their 2023 Beeson Ranch Zin is made from grapes grown on old vines and has aromas of graphite, cassis, and black plum with soft, velvety tannins and flavors of black currant, violet petal, and black raspberry.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 15 May 2025
Beautiful spice, black currants, chocolate and herbs of Provence in this deliciously complex wine well integrated with suave tannins and slight salinity.
—Tom Mullen, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
Now add a splash of blood orange and grapefruit for tartness, and a hint of black currant for complexity.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 25 Apr. 2025
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Jillian Dara, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
Their 2023 Beeson Ranch Zin is made from grapes grown on old vines and has aromas of graphite, cassis, and black plum with soft, velvety tannins and flavors of black currant, violet petal, and black raspberry.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 15 May 2025
Beautiful spice, black currants, chocolate and herbs of Provence in this deliciously complex wine well integrated with suave tannins and slight salinity.
—Tom Mullen, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
Now add a splash of blood orange and grapefruit for tartness, and a hint of black currant for complexity.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 25 Apr. 2025
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“Black currant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/black%20currant. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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