{"id":9068,"date":"2025-08-03T18:31:46","date_gmt":"2025-08-03T11:31:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ruoumini.com\/?post_type=product&p=9068"},"modified":"2025-10-09T23:59:07","modified_gmt":"2025-10-09T16:59:07","slug":"liqueur-lejay-001-lejay-cassis-creme-de-cassis-de-dijon","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/ruoumini.com\/en\/liqueur-lejay-001-lejay-cassis-creme-de-cassis-de-dijon\/","title":{"rendered":"LIQUEUR-LEJAY-001 Lejay Cassis Creme de Cassis de Dijon"},"content":{"rendered":"

Here is the English translation<\/strong> of your full introduction to Lejay Cr\u00e8me de Cassis de Dijon<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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\ud83c\udf47 Introduction to Lejay Cr\u00e8me de Cassis de Dijon<\/h2>\n

1. Origin & History<\/h3>\n

The Lejay-Lagoute<\/strong> brand was established in 1841<\/strong> by Auguste\u2011Denis Lagoute<\/strong>, who created the very first Cr\u00e8me de Cassis recipe<\/strong> in Dijon<\/strong>, Burgundy.<\/p>\n

Lejay is one of only four producers<\/strong> allowed to use the protected label \u201cCassis de Dijon\u201d<\/strong>, certified with a European Geographical Indication (GI)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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2. Ingredients & Production Process<\/h3>\n

Lejay uses two blackcurrant varieties<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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  • Noir de Bourgogne (55%)<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Black Down (45%)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    These are blended with a unique infusion of blackcurrant buds<\/strong>, adding a signature aromatic complexity.<\/p>\n

    The production involves:<\/p>\n

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    • A maceration<\/strong> process lasting 8\u201310 weeks<\/strong> at room temperature.<\/li>\n
    • The unfiltered natural juice<\/strong> is then blended with sugar and bud infusion<\/strong>, resulting in a liqueur that\u2019s both refined and intensely flavorful.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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      3. Tasting Notes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
      Attribute<\/th>\nDescription<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
      Alcohol<\/strong><\/td>\n~18% ABV (~36\u00b0 Proof)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Color<\/strong><\/td>\nDeep, dark red \u2014 almost opaque<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Aroma<\/strong><\/td>\nFresh black fruits, cassis jam, hints of cherry and plum<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Taste<\/strong><\/td>\nSmooth and dense, starts slightly tart, well-balanced with sweetness, with a jammy, creamy texture<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Finish<\/strong><\/td>\nLong-lasting, rich in cassis and red fruit preserves, slightly dry and clean<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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      4. Serving Suggestions & Notable Cocktails<\/h3>\n
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      • Kir<\/strong> \u2013 Mix Cr\u00e8me de Cassis with dry white wine like Aligot\u00e9<\/strong> or Riesling<\/strong>. Traditional ratio: 1 part cassis : 4 parts wine<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • Kir Royale<\/strong> \u2013 A luxurious version using Champagne<\/strong> or Cr\u00e9mant de Bourgogne<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Other cocktail ideas:<\/p>\n

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        • El Diablo<\/strong> \u2013 Tequila, cassis, and ginger beer<\/li>\n
        • Modern mixes<\/strong> \u2013 Try pairing with whiskey<\/strong> or even beer<\/strong> for a creative twist<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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          5. Why Choose Lejay?<\/h3>\n
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          • The original Cr\u00e8me de Cassis<\/strong>, pioneer of the entire category, and the oldest producer in Dijon<\/strong><\/li>\n
          • Uses authentic Burgundy blackcurrants<\/strong>; Lejay purchases around 10% of France’s entire blackcurrant harvest<\/strong> annually to ensure top quality<\/li>\n
          • Certified as an Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant<\/strong> \u2013 a French government distinction for excellence in traditional craftsmanship<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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            \u2705 Quick Summary<\/h3>\n

            Lejay Cr\u00e8me de Cassis de Dijon<\/strong> is a premium cassis liqueur from Dijon<\/strong>, the birthplace of Cr\u00e8me de Cassis. With its deep red color<\/strong>, creamy texture<\/strong>, and jammy, rich blackcurrant flavor<\/strong>, Lejay is an excellent choice for:<\/p>\n

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            • Drinking neat or on the rocks<\/li>\n
            • Crafting traditional cocktails like Kir<\/strong> and Kir Royale<\/strong><\/li>\n
            • Adding fruity depth to modern mixology<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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              \ud83c\udf79 Serving Ideas & Cocktail Inspiration:<\/h3>\n
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              • Serve chilled<\/strong> or over ice<\/li>\n
              • Kir<\/strong> \u2013 Classic 1:4 ratio (cassis : white wine)<\/li>\n
              • Kir Royale<\/strong> \u2013 With sparkling wine for a festive touch<\/li>\n
              • Creative cocktails<\/strong> \u2013 Mix with light whiskey or beer for a unique cassis twist<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                 <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

                Here is the English translation of your full introduction to Lejay Cr\u00e8me de Cassis de Dijon: \ud83c\udf47 Introduction to Lejay Cr\u00e8me de Cassis de Dijon 1. Origin & History The Lejay-Lagoute brand was established in 1841 by Auguste\u2011Denis Lagoute, who created the very first Cr\u00e8me de Cassis recipe in Dijon, Burgundy. Lejay is one of […]\n","protected":false},"featured_media":8768,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[476,521],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-9068","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-miniature-en","7":"product_cat-others-en","9":"first","10":"instock","11":"taxable","12":"shipping-taxable","13":"purchasable","14":"product-type-simple","15":"berocket_lgv_grid","16":"berocket_lgv_list_grid"},"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ruoumini.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/9068","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ruoumini.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ruoumini.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ruoumini.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9068"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ruoumini.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8768"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ruoumini.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9068"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ruoumini.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=9068"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ruoumini.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=9068"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ruoumini.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=9068"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}