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What is Balsamic Vinegar?
Balsamic Vinegar is essentially barrel-aged grape juice that has been slow-cooked over an open flame and then barrel-aged. The vinegar is naturally dark because of the sweet grapes used to make the vinegar. During the cooking process, the sugar in the juice caramelizes and that is why balsamic is dark. Imitation vinegar's are made from distilled rice vinegar and are very pungent and sharp to the taste. They also add caramel coloring and flavoring to resemble authentic balsamic. 
The reasons why true balsamic vinegar is so expensive are :
The consorzio approved balsamic come into the country already labeled, so the tax on these products is usually 100% of the value. A consorzio approved balsamic is a vinegar that has gone through a rigorous tasting panel of state experts that will approve or disapprove a vinegar. If they approve your balsamic, then you are basically thrown into another higher quality category that allows you to charge much more for your vinegar if you are a producer. It is an honor to be approved by the consorzios (there are two of them in Italy, and they are a state-based program).
Our vinegar is of the finest quality. Compare our vinegar to anyone else's. You can do this simply by looking at the side of the bottle when you tip it. If it leaves "legs", then it is a good vinegar. From the aging process, it should be thick and stick to the edges of the bottle.
Do we ship our Products?
We ship all of our products via UPS ground. Please allow 5 to 7 business days for deliveries.
Where is our Olive oil from?
Our oil is from Lerida, Spain. It is cold-pressed 100% extra virgin olive oil from the Arbequina Olives. It is a wonderfully fruity and full-flavored oil. We went to the largest producer of olive oil in the world, Spain. They produce 215 million gallons annually. It takes 42 to 65 pounds of olives to make one gallon of extra-virgin olive oil.
Are these all OUR recipes?
All the blends that you can purchase from us are our recipes. If you want the best, you go where they make the best and that is Modena, Italy. Three brothers and a sister make all our vinegar and we proudly sell it by itself also as Heirloom Balsamic. Typically, true balsamic vinegar sells for about $2 a year. So, a 10 year old vinegar would be about $20. Our 18-year old vinegar is only $18. We are starting a new trend in the gourmet food industry, selling quality food products at fair prices.
What are the best sellers?
Our best sellers are as follows:
#1 the newest flavor, the Thai-Sesame Ginger. Amazing as a finishing dressing for pastas as well as all chicken and salmon dishes.
#2 The Basil Garlic Parmesan. Folks, this was our all time best seller until we introduced the Thai. This recipe is perfect on any seafood, shellfish or pasta. Any white meats or vegetables as a finishing oil, also.
#3 Sun Dried Tomato Balsamic. This goes great on salads and is also perfect as marinade or just to finish sliced tomatoes with Mozzarella and Basil. Huge flavor. Arguably my third best seller.
#4: The all amazing, ever popular, Garlic Balsamic BISTRO OIL! - The one that started it all
#5 The ever popular Heirloom Balsamic Vinegar, (18-Years old).
Where do we sell our products?
We sell at many shows around the country. Click on the "Shows" tab at the top of the page for a current listing. We also gladly accept internet orders and ship with 5 to 7 business days. We can also ship directly to that special someone for any occasion.
What are the Product Ingredients?
Thai Sesame Ginger:
Olive Oil, Soy Sauce, White Wine Vinegar, Lemon Juice, Sesame Oil, Sugar, Ginger, Wasabi Powder, Spices, Chilies.
Basil-Garlic Parmesan:
Garlic-infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil, White Wine Vinegar, Reggiano Parmesan Cheese, Basil, Ground Pepper & Salt
Sun Dried Tomato Balsamic:
Garlic-infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 18-year old Balsamic Vinegar Condiment, Sun-dried Tomatoes, Salt, Spices, Chili Flakes and Parsley.
Bistro Oil:
Garlic-infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Balsamic Vinegar, Salt, Spices, Chili Flakes and Parsley.
Heirloom Balsamic Vinegar:
100% Balsamic Vinegar Condiment, aged 18 years from Modena, Italy.
Fig Balsamic Vinegar:
Up to 18-year old Balsamic Vinegar Condiment, Figs, Pure Vanilla Extract.
Blackberry Balsamic Vinegar:
100% 18-Year Traditional Balsamic Vinegar Condiment, Seedless puree of fresh blackberries
Raspberry Balsamic Vinegar:
100% 18-Year Traditional Balsamic Vinegar Condiment, Seedless puree of fresh raspberries
White Truffle Oil
100% pure white Truffle Essence combined with pure olive oil.
I'm sure there are many other questions that you might have and we will be adding many more answers to this list, but for now, please feel free to email us and ask us or myself any questions and we will be happy to help you with getting product or selling product or gifting my products or what have you. We WILL be there for you and be completely happy to take care of all your needs!
Best regards, and Happy Cooking!
Heather O’Shea
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