Chambord substitutes
The closest substitute for Chambord is Crème de Mûre, which works and barely changes the drink. Blackberry instead of raspberry. Crème de Cassis also works.
What to use instead of Chambord
| Substitute | How much | Strength | Typical drink |
|---|---|---|---|
Crème de MûreAlmost the same Blackberry instead of raspberry. Same amount | Same amount | 16–20% ABV | About the same |
Crème de CassisWorks, tastes different Blackcurrant, a bit tarter. Same amount | Same amount | 15–22% ABV | +1 point |
Almost the same: most people won’t notice. Works, tastes different: still a good drink, just a different one. Last resort: better than skipping the drink. Typical drink: the usual change in ABV, in percentage points, across the drinks below.
Swap it in your drink
Pick a substitute to see how much to pour in each drink with Chambord, how strong the drink ends up and when to adjust the sugar.
- French Martini
15ml (½ oz) Chambord → 15ml (½ oz) Crème de Mûre
Same strength
- Peanut Butter and Jelly
22.5ml (¾ oz) Chambord → 22.5ml (¾ oz) Crème de Mûre
Same strength
- Purple Hooter
15ml (½ oz) Chambord → 15ml (½ oz) Crème de Mûre
Same strength
How they compare
| Property | Chambord | Crème de Mûre |
|---|---|---|
| Strength | 16.5% ABV | 16–20% ABV |
| Taste | Rich raspberry, Blackcurrant, Sweet, Hint of cognac | Sweet blackberry, Tart, Berry, Fruity |
| Aroma | Raspberry, Blackcurrant, Vanilla, Honey | Blackberry, Ripe berry, Jammy, Sweet |
| Finish | Sweet, Berry, Smooth | Berry, Sweet, Slightly tart |
| Property | Chambord | Crème de Cassis |
|---|---|---|
| Strength | 16.5% ABV | 15–22% ABV |
| Taste | Rich raspberry, Blackcurrant, Sweet, Hint of cognac | Intense blackcurrant, Sweet, Tart, Rich berry |
| Aroma | Raspberry, Blackcurrant, Vanilla, Honey | Blackcurrant, Berry, Sweet, Jammy |
| Finish | Sweet, Berry, Smooth | Fruity, Sweet, Lingering berry |
Bottles like Chambord
Lejay-Lagoute Crème de Framboise and Giffard Framboise are made in the same style as Chambord, so they swap in at the same amount. How they differ
What is Chambord?
Chambord is a French raspberry liqueur with cognac base, presented in a distinctive orb-shaped bottle. Popular in the French Martini and dessert cocktails.
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Questions about Chambord substitutes
What is the best substitute for Chambord?
Crème de Mûre is the closest substitute for Chambord and barely changes the drink. Blackberry instead of raspberry. Use the same amount.
What can I use instead of Chambord in a French Martini?
Crème de Mûre: swap 15ml (½ oz) of Chambord for 15ml (½ oz) of Crème de Mûre.
What else tastes like Chambord?
Lejay-Lagoute Crème de Framboise and Giffard Framboise are made in the same style as Chambord, so they swap in at the same amount. Expect small differences in bitterness and sweetness.
Does Crème de Mûre instead of Chambord change how strong the drink is?
Barely. In the 3 drinks on this page that use Chambord, Crème de Mûre changes the strength by less than one percentage point.
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