American Vinegar Works
IPA Beer Malt Vinegar
Description
Hoppy brightness—malty backbone
Made from a Massachusetts craft IPA, this small-batch malt vinegar is slow-fermented using an early-1800s method and aged in a 25-gallon American oak. Expect a richer malt profile than standard malt vinegar, finishing with a light hop-driven mouth-watering tang. It’s our ultimate pick for fish and chips and a quiet powerhouse in everyday cooking.
Flavor profile
Roasted grain and gentle caramel notes meet clean, bright acidity and a subtle hoppy lift. Fuller and smoother than grocery-store malt vinegar, with a finish that keeps you going back for another bite.
Why cooks reach for it
Because it seasons without shouting. A splash cuts through fried or creamy foods, sharpens stews, and adds depth to marinades and sautéed mushrooms. It’s tailor-made for fish and chips and brilliant on cruciferous vegetables.
How to use it (quick wins)
- Table finish: Hit fish and chips, roasted Brussels sprouts, or crispy potatoes right before serving.
- Creamy lift: Whisk into mayo or cheese sauce for brightness without thinning.
- Hearty marinades: Pair with soy, garlic, and brown sugar for steak tips or mushrooms.
- Pan polish: Deglaze after searing sausages or mushrooms to build an instant pan sauce.
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Size
8.5oz or 33.8oz glass bottle
Perfect For
Fish & chips, cruciferous vegetables, meat marinades, stews, and sautéed mushrooms.
Fermentation Base
IPA Beer
Base Origin
Massachusetts
Taste Profile
Richer than malt vinegar with a light hoppy tang finish.
Production Process
Slow fermented. Aged in oak barrels.
Minimum Acidity
4%