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What is verjus? The following content is accessible for members only, please sign in.

A. A beverage made from unripe wine grapes

B. A wine similar to Portuguese Vinho Verde but from southern France

C. A cocktail made with white wine and juice

D. An herbal aperitif wine served at cafes in Paris

Verjus—“green juice” in French—is a non-alcoholic beverage made by harvesting and pressing unripe grapes early in the growing season. Its flavor profile is pleasingly tart, light and refreshing with the slightest touch of sweetness. Verjus has been used in cooking since ancient times, and today, is used as in cocktails, mocktails, dressings, marinades and more.

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