This bright and bubbly cocktail is ready for almost anything! If you need an excuse to pop a bottle, whether it’s for brunch, a birthday or a holiday, this raspberry stunner is all in.
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About this Raspberry Royale recipe
I am all about drinks that can work for multiple occasions. Especially if you’re still early in your bartending journey, having a drink that can do it all is so important!
The Raspberry Royale certainly fits the bill. With only two ingredients and no complicated instructions, it can be made by anyone. Plus, it’s just as comfortable at brunch as it is an engagement party.
It gets its color from the fruity liqueur that stars on the ingredient list, but fresh raspberries add a brightness that shines in the spring and summer months.
Note from the author
2026 update: This recipe got a makeover! It’s been a favorite for Easter brunches since 2017, but I wanted to make sure it wasn’t getting overlooked for other occasions as well. Since it was originally written I have updated it with new photos and even more tips for making the best-ever Raspberry Royale. This recipe is so much fun — I know you are going to love it!
Why you’ll love this recipe
- Only needs 2 ingredients. This recipe is simple, yet stunning, and comes together in a snap.
- Quick and approachable to make. With a short ingredient list and no special instructions, this drink is easy enough for even beginning bartenders.
- Perfect for any occasions. You can dress this drink up or down to fit whatever the occasion calls for. It’s special enough for a celebration but can be enjoyed anytime.
Ingredients & essentials
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I love a simple recipe, especially when I already have the ingredients!
The raspberry flavor in this Raspberry Royale comes from Chambord, a French black raspberry liqueur. It brings both sweet and tart notes as well as a rich ruby color. If you have a different raspberry liqueur on your bar cart *, that will work too! (Try Chambord in your favorite French cocktails like a French Martini.)
The bulk of the drink is another French gem, champagne. It brings bubbles and balances out the sweetness of the Chambord. You can use prosecco or any dry sparkling wine that you like.
Outside of the two boozy ingredients, you’ll need something to dress up your drink. I like leaning into the flavors of the drink and some complementary flavors — for this sip, I used fresh raspberries and a sprig of mint.
Instructions
With only two ingredients, there aren’t too many steps standing between you and your finished drink.
- Drop raspberries into a champagne flute.
- Add Chambord on top of the raspberries.
Watch the clock. Don’t add the champagne until you’re ready to serve these drinks. You don’t want them to fall flat before they can be enjoyed!
- Top the raspberries and liqueur with champagne.
- Top with a mint sprig and enjoy!
Tips & tricks
- Keep things cold, especially the champagne, to really bring out the flavors and texture of the drink.
- Pour the champagne slowly so you’re able to fill the glass.
- Add festive garnishes to fit the occasion and make the drink special.
Substitutions & variations
Recipes are meant as more of a starting point. If you don’t have an ingredient, or have a favorite ingredient that isn’t on the list, there’s usually a way to incorporate it. For the Raspberry Royale, there are a few easy swaps to help it fit your preferences and occasion:
- Skip the booze. Instead of champagne, use ginger ale, club soda or sprite for your bubbly element and raspberry syrup instead of Chambord.
- Pick your favorite bubbly. Either champagne or prosecco works in this recipe. Since Chambord is sweet, reach for a dry sparkling wine to balance it out.
- Plan ahead for a crowd. Since you can’t exactly batch a recipe with bubbles (they’ll go flat if you pour them too early), add raspberries and Chambord to each glass ahead of time, then top with champagne right when guests arrive.
If you want a similar drink with a slightly different fruit flavor, try the classic Kir Royale. It also has only two ingredients, but instead of Chambord, it uses crème de cassis, which is a blackcurrant liqueur.
Serving suggestions
Your menu will be heavily influenced by the occasion, so lean into that when deciding what else to serve. You wouldn’t serve the same appetizers at a holiday brunch or engagement party as you would at a simple cocktail hour.
I like to lean into the fruity flavors of the drink with bites like caramelized pear baked brie or a charcuterie board. If you’d rather balance out the sweetness with some saltiness, you can’t go wrong with spinach artichoke wonton cups or pigs in a blanket.
FAQ
Since this recipe is centered around champagne, it’s not one that I recommend making ahead. Luckily, it’s an easy drink to make, so you can prep the glasses you’ll be using with raspberries and Chambord, then pour on the bubbly when it’s time to serve.
Chambord is a black raspberry liqueur, which is why it works so well with raspberries.
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Raspberry Royale
ingredients
- 3 raspberries for garnish
- 1½ ounces Chambord raspberry liqueur
- 4 champagne
- 1 sprig fresh mint for garnish
instructions
- Drop raspberries into a champagne flute. Add Chambord.1½ ounces Chambord raspberry liqueur, 3 raspberries
- Top with champagne. Garnish with a mint sprig.4 champagne, 1 sprig fresh mint
notes
Champagne vs. Prosecco: Either works — since Chambord is sweet, reach for a dry sparkling wine to balance it out.
Batch prep: Add raspberries and Chambord to each glass ahead of time, then top with champagne right when guests arrive.
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Meghan @ Cake 'n Knife says
This is the perfect Easter brunch drink! It sounds so refreshing and fruity and bubbly, I demand that you make me one when I see you… NEXT WEEK. AHH!!! 🙂
Erin @ The Speckled Palate says
STAHP IT, Suze! This looks so incredibly delicious! Any chance you can make one for me on, say, Wednesday night? 😉