Description
The Amarena cherry is a small bitter (amara, in Italian) dark-coloured Italian cherry grown in Bologna and Modena. Italian Amarena cherry purée and our Traditional Style dark balsamic are blended together creating a rich, leathery centerpoint followed by notes of sweet and sour Amarena cherry. The end result is a flavour explosion of cherry and grape must that is at once sour and bitter. Pair this vinegar with Persian Lime, Chipotle and Blood Orange olive oils for a deliciously well balanced vinaigrette or to cook leafy greens. Drizzle over Greek yogurt for a decadent and healthy treat.
OLIVE OIL PAIRINGS: Blood Orange, Persian Lime, Chipotle, Basil, Garlic, Cayenne, Toasted Sesame Seed, Herbes de Provence, Premium EVOO
IDEAS FOR USE: Vinaigrettes, Roasted Duck, Reductions, Marinades for Beef, Pork, Lamb and Poultry, Leafy Greens, Salsa, Fresh Fruit, Creamy Desserts and Martinis, Use to marinate beef, lamb, or pork for a caramelized surface, Combine with Mushroom & Sage olive oil to marinate pork or poultry, Combine with any of our EVOO for a great salad dressing, Combine with Chipotle olive oil to make a delicious steak marinade for steak tacos, Add a few tablespoons to chopped fresh cherries, peaches, cilantro, minced jalapeño and fresh lime juice for a wonderful cherry-peach salsa, Drizzle on ice cream with fresh berries or use as an ingredient in your martini
Acidity: 4%
Conservation: Cool, dry conditions, away from direct sunlight at temperatures not exceed 80F
Shelf Life: 18 Months (for maximum flavour)
All natural. No artificial flavours. No thickeners. No caramel colour or dyes.
What is balsamic oil or balsamic vinaigrette & why is balsamic vinegar different?
While many use the terms balsamic vinaigrette and balsamic vinegar interchangeably, it's essential to understand the distinction between the two. Balsamic vinegar is a rich, dark, and concentrated liquid made from freshly crushed grape juice, which is aged for several years in wooden barrels. Its signature sweet and tangy flavour is a result of this prolonged aging process. On the other hand, balsamic vinaigrette is not a traditional product and is typically a blend of olive oil infused with balsamic vinegar flavours. This blend offers a milder taste, making it suitable for those who prefer a more subdued balsamic essence in their dishes. Some popular oil & vinegar pairings are listed above.
