A real gem from the vineyards is celebrating its comeback: verjus (French for “green juice”). Once an insider tip in high-end cuisine, it now delights top chefs, bartenders and connoisseurs alike. Made from the juice of unripe grapes, verjus combines fruity effervescence with centuries of tradition. Its acidity is finer than lemon and milder than vinegar – ideal for dressings, sauces, cocktails and refreshing drinks.
Verjus is unique

Gentle & compatible
Verjus is low in histamine, gluten-free and alcohol-free, making it ideal for people with intolerances or a conscious lifestyle. It offers a mild, fresh acidity without the irritants found in vinegar or citrus fruits.

Light & healthy
Low in sugar and calories, verjus is a perfect alternative to acidic condiments and soft drinks. It also contains natural antioxidants that support well-being.

Versatile & enjoyable
Ob als Zutat in der Küche, erfrischendes Getränk oder eleganter alkoholfreier Aperitif – Verjus vereint Tradition und Innovation und bringt ein außergewöhnliches Geschmackserlebnis in Bars, Restaurants und die eigene Küche
How Verjus is made
Harvest
Verjus is made from unripe, green grapes that are gently pressed in a wine or fruit press. As the grapes must be completely free of pesticide residues at the time of harvest, we allow sufficient waiting time during the harvest.

Processing
Depending on the production process, the freshly squeezed juice is clarified and filtered or processed to be naturally cloudy. In the next processing step, the juice is heated in a pasteurizer to preserve it. The sour taste is due to malic and tartaric acid, which are present in Verjus in roughly equal proportions.

Filling and shelf life
While still hot, the juice is filled into bottles or large containers and sealed airtight. This allows it to keep for years. Once opened, however, verjus should be stored in the fridge and consumed within 3-4 weeks.

The versatile alternative
Verjus as a vinegar alternative
Verjus is increasingly appreciated as the perfect alternative to vinegar. With its fine acid structure, it supports the flavors of other ingredients without overpowering them. Whether for pickling vegetables, in salad dressings or in savory dishes such as goulash – a dash of verjus is the ideal accompaniment in the kitchen.
Verjus instead of lemon
Verjus offers a more varied, more delicate flavor structure compared to lemon, but less intense. This makes it particularly popular in mixed drinks, cocktails and even baking. Its subtle, fruity acidity is ideal for creams, ice creams or glazes and is a local alternative to lemon.
Verjus as an alcohol substitute
The fine acidity and slightly bitter astringency of verjus make it the perfect ingredient to replace alcohol in drinks. Verjus fills a flavor gap and gives non-alcoholic drinks the complexity and freshness that were previously missing.
Why Vinberg Premium Verjus

Highest quality from Austria
Our Premium Verjus is produced in Austria according to strict quality standards. Through traditional winemaker processing and the careful selection of first-class grapes, we guarantee a consistently high quality that meets the expectations of a premium food product.

Laboratory tested & low histamine
All our Verjus products are laboratory-tested to be low in histamine and gluten-free. Especially for people with histamine intolerance, verjus is a tolerable alternative to vinegar – ideal for a conscious diet.

100% natural & without additives
Our Verjus Pur products contain no artificial additives, binding agents or preservatives. They are bottled vegan and are gluten-free. To stabilize the colour, we only add a small amount of natural ascorbic acid – naturally compatible with histamine intolerance.
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Why our shop

Highest
quality
Natural ingredients, no additives, gluten-free, low histamine and alcohol-free – for conscious and carefree moments of pleasure.

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Selection
Direct customer contact and individual support with product selection – we are there for you personally.

Fast & free
delivery
We deliver within 3-4 days in Austria & Germany, and from 120€ shipping is even free.
About us


We are Irene and Markus
We are Irene and Markus – passionate ambassadors for verjus and non-alcoholic enjoyment. Markus Steinbäcker brought this special product to Austria in 2007 as a verjus pioneer. Together with Irene Biricz, he founded the Verjus Shop in 2012 and created a platform for high-quality verjus products from selected winegrowers – most recently Vinberg Premium Verjus. Our products are vegan, gluten-free, laboratory-tested and guarantee carefree enjoyment. In addition to verjus, we offer a fine selection of non-alcoholic drinks that inspire and surprise. Welcome to us – your partner for special taste!