Homemade Raspberry Vinegar
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Homemade Raspberry Vinegar
Description
Homemade Raspberry Vinegar highlights the natural tartness of raspberries blended with the acidity of white wine vinegar and balanced with sugar. The preparation requires gently heating the vinegar and sugar until the sugar dissolves, then pouring it over fresh raspberries to extract their flavor. After steeping at room temperature for 48 hours, the mixture is strained through cheesecloth to separate the infused vinegar from the pulp. The final vinegar should be stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator or a cool, dark place and is best used within six months. This homemade vinegar offers a fresh and fruity alternative to standard vinegars.
Ingredients
- 3 c. raspberries fresh
- 2 c. white wine vinegar
- ½ c. sugar
Instructions
- Gently rinse raspberries and let dry on paper towels. Place raspberries in a large jar or glass bowl and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, combine vinegar and sugar. Over medium heat, bring mixture almost to a boil while stirring fairly constantly, until sugar is dissolved. Do not let the mixture boil. Pour hot vinegar mixture over raspberries and let cool to room temperature. Cover jar tightly and let stand at room temperature out of direct sunlight for 48 hours. Line a colander with a double layer of cheesecloth and set it over a bowl. Pour raspberry and vinegar mixture into colander and then gather up corners of cheesecloth. Press on cheesecloth with rubber spatula to release as much of the rich raspberry juice as possible. Discard cheesecloth with raspberry pulp.
- Pour raspberry vinegar into a clean bottle or jar and seal tightly. Refrigerate or store in a cool dark place; use within 6 months.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 87 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 87kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.