Kir Royale

An apéritif is a style of alcoholic beverage that is light, dry and meant to be drunk before a meal. They contain bitter, herbal or citrusy compounds to activate the taste buds and common choices include fortified wines, liqueur and brut champagne.

Sangria is a wine punch or aromatized wine, typically made from red wine, chopped fruit, sweeteners and sometimes brandy or sparkling water. It is typically fruity, sweet and aromatic, with low alcohol by volume, usually between 4.5% and 12% ABV.

A Dirty Martini is a savory variation of the classic Martini cocktail. It is made by adding the juice from a jar of olives (brine) to a standard mix of dry vermouth and gin or vodka.

The Espresso Martini, also known as the vodka espresso, is a popular cold, caffeinated alcoholic drink. It blends brewed espresso with vodka, coffee liqueur and simple syrup to give a flavor profile that is bittersweet and strong with a velvety texture.

Aperitivo is the Italian term for a drink intended to stimulate the appetite before a meal. Derived from the latin word aperire which means "to open", these drinks can be light, dry or bittersweet.

A Kir is a common French cocktail made with 9 parts of white wine and 1 part blackcurrant liqueur (crème de cassis).

A wine spritzer is a low alcohol cocktail made by mixing white, red or rosé wine with sparkling or soda water. Aromatic white wines like Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Gewürztraminer are commonly used.

An Aperol Spritz is an Italian aperitivo cocktail made with Prosecco, Aperol and a splash of soda water. It is vibrant orange in color, with a sparkling texture and a bittersweet taste.