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A liquid solution, such as apple cider or ethyl alcohol, which has been fermented once with bacteria, converting the natural surgars into alcohol and then fermented a second time to convert the solution into acedic acid or vinegar. Fermenting the solution twice turns the liquid into a weak acetic solution thus creating a sour tasting substance. There are numerous materials containing sugar that are used to create vinegar such as fruits (apples, berries, coconuts, grapes, melons, peaches), grains (sorghum, rice, barley malt), whey, sugars (mollases, sugar cane, honey, maple syrup), and vegetables (beets, potatoes) however, the most commonly used varieties are apple cider vinegar and distilled white vinegar, also known as spirit vinegar.
Distilled white vinegar which is made from distilled alcohol, is most often used for pickling and canning foods as well as for a variety of cleaning tasks such as removing calcium deposits from utensils or coffee makers, cleaning windows, removing grease, and cleaning floors. This type of vinegar is distilled from grains into a solution with an acidic acid content of 4% to 6% and has a very displeasing taste. Apple cider vinegar is made from fermented apples providing a mellow, fruity taste and is a common ingredient in sauces, dressings and foods in many different recipes. Other varieties of vinegar available that are commonly used included wine vinegars (sherry vinegar, raspberry wine vinegar, white or red wine vinegar), rice vinegars, malt vinegars, herb flavored vinegars, and balsamic vinegars. Vinegar that has been opened should be stored in a cool, dark location and should be used within six months. Unopened vinegar can be stored indefinitely.
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Common vinegar - Apple cider vinegar | 
Common vinegar - Distilled white vinegar | | 
White wine vinegar | 
Red wine vinegar | | 
Dark balsamic vinegar | 
Sugar Cane Vinegar | | 
Herb vinegar - Tarragon vinegar | 
Blood Orange Vinegar | | 
Pear Vinegar |
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USDA Nutrition Facts |
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| Serving Size 1 tablespoon |
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| Calories 449 |
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| Protein 0g |
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| Total Fat 50g |
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| Total Carbohydrates 2g |
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| Dietary Fiber 0g |
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| Sugars 2g |
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| Potassium 8mg |
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| Sodium 1mg |
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| Cholesterol 0mg |
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| Serving Size 1 cup |
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| Calories 88 |
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| Protein 0g |
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| Total Fat 0g |
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| Total Carbohydrates 17g |
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| Sugars 14g |
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| Potassium 112mg |
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| Sodium 23mg |
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| Serving Size 1 cup |
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| Calories 19 |
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| Protein 4g |
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| Total Fat 0g |
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| Total Carbohydrates 0g |
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| Dietary Fiber 0g |
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| Sugars 0g |
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| Potassium 39mg |
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| Sodium 8mg |
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Vinegar term - Related Content |
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| An unpleasant "nose" that presents itself when a bottle of wine is initially opened. The offensive odor is an indication that the wine is unfit for consumption. |
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| Vinegar produced from the sap and water of coconut trees that is fermented and aged to and processed into a mildly sweet vinegar. A common ingredient in Thai, Philippine and some ... |
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| A type of vinegar, common in Asian food preparation, which is made from sugarcane that has been crushed, fermented and cooked into a syrup substance before being distilled into ... |
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| Made from the same grapes grown for producing champagne, this substance is type of vinegar made from the stock of dry white sparkling wine. Champagne vinegar typically uses Pinot ... |
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| A common Asian type of vinegar that is made from various grains such as rice, wheat, millet, or sorghum. Brownish red in color, this vinegar may have a very complex flavor derived ... |
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| Adding grated Parmesan cheese with the vinegar makes this dressing perfect for enhancing the flavor of a variety of salads with greens or rice salads such as wild rice with vegetables. |
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| So easy to make but so versatile, this flavorful vinegar can be made into a wonderful salad dressing when added to olive oil, or it can be used as a tasty condiment for poultry or fish. |
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| A tasty raspberry vinegar with a lemony overtone—perfect as the basis for a boldly flavored salad dressing. |
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| Sweet and spicy, the fruit adds a fresh touch to this cabbage slaw salad. |
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| Sweet and flavorful, this dressing goes well on many different salad greens, slaws and fruit salads. |
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