Crème de Mûre substitutes
The closest substitute for Crème de Mûre is Chambord, which works and barely changes the drink. Raspberry instead of blackberry. Crème de Cassis also works.
What to use instead of Crème de Mûre
| Substitute | How much | Strength |
|---|---|---|
ChambordAlmost the same Raspberry instead of blackberry. Same amount | Same amount | 16.5% ABV |
Crème de CassisWorks, tastes different Same amount | Same amount | 15–22% ABV |
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.
Swap it in your drink
Pick a substitute to see how much to pour in each drink with Crème de Mûre, how strong the drink ends up and when to adjust the sugar.
- Bramble
15ml (½ oz) Crème de Mûre → 15ml (½ oz) Chambord
Same strength
- Rum Runner
15ml (½ oz) Crème de Mûre → 15ml (½ oz) Chambord
Same strength
- Wild Berri Bramble
15ml (½ oz) Crème de Mûre → 15ml (½ oz) Chambord
Same strength
How they compare
| Property | Crème de Mûre | Chambord |
|---|---|---|
| Strength | 16–20% ABV | 16.5% ABV |
| Taste | Sweet blackberry, Tart, Berry, Fruity | Rich raspberry, Blackcurrant, Sweet, Hint of cognac |
| Aroma | Blackberry, Ripe berry, Jammy, Sweet | Raspberry, Blackcurrant, Vanilla, Honey |
| Finish | Berry, Sweet, Slightly tart | Sweet, Berry, Smooth |
| Property | Crème de Mûre | Crème de Cassis |
|---|---|---|
| Strength | 16–20% ABV | 15–22% ABV |
| Taste | Sweet blackberry, Tart, Berry, Fruity | Intense blackcurrant, Sweet, Tart, Rich berry |
| Aroma | Blackberry, Ripe berry, Jammy, Sweet | Blackcurrant, Berry, Sweet, Jammy |
| Finish | Berry, Sweet, Slightly tart | Fruity, Sweet, Lingering berry |
Already have one of these?
If you have Giffard Mûre Sauvage, Bols Crème de Mûres or Joseph Cartron Mûre, you don't need a substitute: they are all Crème de Mûre. How they differ
What is Crème de Mûre?
Crème de mûre is a sweet blackberry liqueur used in the Bramble cocktail. Its deep purple color and ripe berry flavor add drama to drinks.
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Questions about Crème de Mûre substitutes
What is the best substitute for Crème de Mûre?
Chambord is the closest substitute for Crème de Mûre and barely changes the drink. Raspberry instead of blackberry. Use the same amount.
What can I use instead of Crème de Mûre in a Bramble?
Chambord: swap 15ml (½ oz) of Crème de Mûre for 15ml (½ oz) of Chambord.
Which Crème de Mûre brands can I use?
If you have Giffard Mûre Sauvage, Bols Crème de Mûres or Joseph Cartron Mûre, you don't need a substitute: they are all Crème de Mûre. They differ in style and price, not in how you use them.
Does Chambord instead of Crème de Mûre change how strong the drink is?
Barely. In the 3 drinks on this page that use Crème de Mûre, Chambord changes the strength by less than one percentage point.
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