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5 Gourmet Vinegars to Make Easily at Home

Easy to make herbed gourmet vinegars make great homemade gifts and are a wonderful way to use up your garden bounty of fresh herbs!
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Author: Michelle Marine

Ingredients

  • 2 cups vinegar of choice: red wine vinegar white wine vinegar, apple cider vinegar, or champagne vinegar
  • Several springs fresh herbs fruits, edible flowers, garlic, and or spices

Instructions

  • Sterilize glass containers by boiling for 10 minutes.
  • Heat vinegar to just below boiling.
  • Add herbs, fruits, spices, etc to jar.
  • Pour heated vinegar into the jar. Shake to combine.
  • Store jars in cool, dark spot for 3-4 weeks, gently shaking the jar every week to help the flavors meld.
  • After the desired flavor is reached, strain the vinegar to remove add-ins. Discard the herbs, vegetables or fruit. Pour strained vinegar into clean sterilized jars and cap tightly. A few sprigs of fresh herbs, fruit or spices can be added for a decorative touch.
  • Store in the fridge for 4-6 months.

Notes

NOTE: If flavored vinegar molds or shows signs of fermentation such as bubbling, cloudiness or sliminess, it should be discarded immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 500kcal | Carbohydrates: 80g | Protein: 40g | Sodium: 1400mg