Our Premium Apple Balsamic Vinegar<\/b> is a tribute to time and nature. Going far beyond the standards of ordinary balsamic vinegars, this specialty matures for many years in selected wooden casks. The result is an elixir of extraordinary density, profound complexity, and a perfect harmony between fruit acidity and natural extractive sweetness.<\/p>\n
Aged for at least 12 years, this Apple Balsam is crafted from oak-matured apple cider vinegar and concentrated apple juice. It matures in small oak barrels to develop its balanced, mild aroma. It features a medium-brown hue and a flavor profile of ripe apple and balanced woody notes, with a distinctly sweet finish. The sweetness is well-rounded, making it a premium vinegar for all lovers of apple-based specialties. Presented in an exclusive gift box.<\/p>\n
Ingredients:<\/b> Apple cider vinegar, apple juice concentrate (33%)<\/p>\n Raw Material:<\/b> 100% pure juice from heirloom Styrian apple varieties (e.g., Schafnase<\/i> or Kronprinz Rudolf<\/i>).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Maturation:<\/b> Twelve years of aging in wooden casks (oak\/acacia), leading to natural evaporation and resulting in extreme viscosity.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Density:<\/b> High specific weight achieved through natural concentration\u2014without the addition of thickening agents.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Purity:<\/b> Absolutely free from caramel color (E150d), preservatives, or artificial flavors.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Acidity:<\/b> Approx. 5% \u2013 completely mild and softly integrated through long-term aging.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Color:<\/b> Reminiscent of dark brown amber.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Bouquet:<\/b> Highly elegant with notes of dried apples, noble balsamic wood, and a hint of vanilla.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Palate:<\/b> It displays an oily viscosity and an explosive fruit finale that lingers for minutes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Pure Enjoyment:<\/b> An exquisite digestif after a fine meal\u2014enjoyed neat from a spoon.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Gourmet Finish:<\/b> A few drops over beef tenderloin, seared scallops, or an aged hard goat cheese add an entirely new dimension to the dish.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Dessert Refinement:<\/b> Perfect with dark chocolate, panna cotta, or drizzled over ripe strawberries.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Special Pairing:<\/b> Harmonizes phenomenally with Foie Gras or rich p\u00e2t\u00e9s.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n The difference between our “Standard” Apple Balsam and the Premium Edition<\/b> lies in the selection of the base wines and the drastically longer aging period. While the standard version focuses on freshness, the Premium Edition aims for maximum extract concentration. This makes it a true collector’s item for gourmets and a prized ingredient for Michelin-starred cuisine.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" A premium apple balsamic vinegar with a balanced woody note. Matured for at least 12 years in small wooden barrels.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":17252,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[208,209,220,95],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-17150","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-apple-cider-vinegar","7":"product_cat-balsamic-vinegar","8":"product_cat-special-gifts-and-sets","9":"product_cat-vinegar","10":"sales-flash-overlay","11":"woocommerce-text-align-center","12":"woocommerce-image-align-center","13":"do-quantity-buttons","15":"first","16":"instock","17":"taxable","18":"shipping-taxable","19":"purchasable","20":"product-type-simple"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.essig.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/17150","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.essig.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.essig.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.essig.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=17150"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.essig.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/17150\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":21550,"href":"https:\/\/www.essig.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/17150\/revisions\/21550"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.essig.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/17252"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.essig.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=17150"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.essig.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=17150"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.essig.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=17150"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.essig.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=17150"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}\n\n
\n Nutritional Information<\/span><\/td>\n Per 100 g (average)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n\n \n Energy<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n 541 kJ \/ 127 kcal<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Fat<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n 0.0 g<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n of which saturates<\/i><\/span><\/td>\n 0.0 g<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Carbohydrates<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n 28 g<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n of which sugars<\/i><\/span><\/td>\n 25 g<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Protein<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n 0.0 g<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Salt<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n 0.0 g<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Exclusive Quality Characteristics:<\/h2>\n
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