Description
The rich Sri Lankan toasted cinnamon aroma and the sweet taste of Anjou pear are harmoniously combined to make a savoury and sweet balsamic vinegar. Paired with Blood Orange olive oil, it is ideal for a festive spinach and baby arugula salad topped with slices of fresh pear, toasted pecans and dried cranberries. Try this vinegar as a marinade for pork or poultry. Vanilla ice cream becomes fruity vanilla cinnamon bun pear ice cream with just a drizzle.
OLIVE OIL PAIRINGS: Blood Orange, Medium EVOO, Roasted Walnut, Butternut Squash Seed, Basil
IDEAS FOR USE: Vinaigrettes, Reductions, Marinades for Slow Cooked or Roasted Pork, Root Vegetables, Leafy / Winter Greens, Winter Squash, Breakfast Pastries, Fruit, Creamy Desserts and Cocktails, Combine with Blood Orange olive oil for a salad dressing on spinach or arugula salad
with fresh berries. Finish with Walnut Oil, mandarin oranges and goat cheese, Use in lieu of lemon juice in your favourite apple pie recipe, Use to poach pears or apples to top salads, Combine it with a Medium EVOO to roast sweet potato wedges, pumpkin or butternut squash, Drizzle over yogurt, on ice cream or oatmeal, Brush over acorn squash halves before roasting, Whip into Mascarpone cheese for a fantastic dessert topping
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.
