balsamic vinegar

noun

: an aged Italian vinegar made from the must of white grapes

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Sub a great balsamic vinegar and balance the sweetness with a sugar of your choice. — Kamal Mouzawak, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 May 2026 The entire plate gets a drizzle of Caesar dressing sharp with white balsamic vinegar. — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026 Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine the cherries, balsamic vinegar, and sugar. — Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 8 June 2026 Opting for aged balsamic vinegar and good olive oil often produces delicious results with little extra thought. — Carissa Chesanek, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for balsamic vinegar

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Etymology

translation of Italian aceto balsamico, literally, curative vinegar

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1862, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of balsamic vinegar was in 1862

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