Balsamic vinegar is a very dark, concentrated, and intensely flavoured vinegar originating in Italy, made wholly or partially from grape must: freshly crushed grape juice with all the skins, seeds and stems.

Why is it called balsamic?

Why is it called balsamic vinegar? Balsamic vinegar actually derives its name from the word balm (rooted in the Latin balsamum), which refers to an aromatic resin or odour, as well as a substance that soothes, relieves or heals.

What does the word balsamic vinegar mean?

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