At the synagogue, Kiddush will be recited over the Kiddush cup, which will be filled with either wine or grape juice. Next, an appointed person or all of the children there will take part in sipping some of the wine or grape juice.

What is Kiddush and when is it recited?

Kiddush, also spelled Qiddush (Hebrew: “Sanctification”), Jewish benediction and prayer recited over a cup of wine immediately before the meal on the eve of the Sabbath or of a festival; the ceremony acknowledges the sanctity of the day that has just begun.

Does Kiddush have to be red wine?

Though reds are recommended for Kiddush, there is no actual bar to using a white wine.