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.

What is balsamic dressing made of?

Balsamic Vinegar Dressing is possibly the simplest of all salad dressings, a classic that everyone should know off by heart! Made with 1 part balsamic vinegar to 3 parts olive oil, plus salt and pepper. A fantastic standby because Balsamic Vinegar Dressing lasts for 3 to 4 weeks.

What does balsamic dressing taste like?

Flavor: A rich, complex sweetness that explodes in the mouth with notes of fig, molasses, cherry, chocolate, or prune. Traditional balsamic should pick up the flavors of the wood it matured in, and may have a slight smokiness. Traditional balsamic offers a mellow tartness rather than a strong acidity.