{"id":167402,"date":"2026-08-11T09:01:27","date_gmt":"2026-08-11T06:01:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/?post_type=product&#038;p=167402"},"modified":"2026-08-11T09:01:27","modified_gmt":"2026-08-11T06:01:27","slug":"shop-cherry-balsamic-vinegar-250ml-gourmet-fruit-vinegar","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/product\/shop-cherry-balsamic-vinegar-250ml-gourmet-fruit-vinegar\/","title":{"rendered":"Shop Cherry Balsamic Vinegar 250ml \u2013 Gourmet Fruit Vinegar"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Cherry Vinegar<\/h2>\n<p>This cherry vinegar combines the brightness of fruit with the depth of vinegar aged in oak barrels. It is made from a blend of apple cider vinegar and white wine vinegar, with concentrated apple must for a little natural sweetness. The result is smooth, balanced, and easy to use in both savoury dishes and lighter recipes.<\/p>\n<p>It has an aromatic cherry and dark berry character, with subtle notes that sit well alongside olive oil, mustard, cheese, grilled meats and salads. It can also be used in cooking, from marinades and pan sauces to grain salads and simple dressings.<\/p>\n<h2>Product details<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Type:<\/strong> Cherry vinegar<\/li>\n<li><strong>Base vinegars:<\/strong> Apple cider vinegar and white wine vinegar<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sweetness:<\/strong> Light natural sweetness from concentrated apple must<\/li>\n<li><strong>Maturation:<\/strong> Aged in traditional oak barrels<\/li>\n<li><strong>Texture:<\/strong> Smooth palate with balanced acidity<\/li>\n<li><strong>Packaging:<\/strong> Recyclable glass bottle<\/li>\n<li><strong>Production:<\/strong> Raw and unpasteurised<\/li>\n<li><strong>Additives:<\/strong> No preservatives, colourings or flavourings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to use<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Mix with olive oil for salad dressing<\/li>\n<li>Combine with mustard for a vinaigrette<\/li>\n<li>Use in marinades for grilled meats<\/li>\n<li>Brush over lamb or add to steak and venison sauces<\/li>\n<li>Stir into couscous, quinoa or grain salads<\/li>\n<li>Serve with feta, soft cheeses or charcuterie<\/li>\n<li>Add to sparkling water with ice and mint for a refreshing drink<\/li>\n<li>Drizzle over vanilla ice cream, cheesecake or panna cotta<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>FAQ<\/h2>\n<h3>Is this sweet or sharp?<\/h3>\n<p>It has balanced acidity with a gentle sweetness, so it sits somewhere between sharp vinegar and a fruit-led condiment.<\/p>\n<h3>Can it be used in cooking?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. It works well in marinades, sauces, dressings and grain-based dishes, especially where a little acidity is useful.<\/p>\n<h3>Is it suitable for drinks?<\/h3>\n<p>It can be mixed with sparkling water and served over ice for a simple summer drink.<\/p>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>A useful bottle to keep in the cupboard if you like a fruitier style of vinegar. It works in everyday salads and sauces, but also gives a different twist to cheese boards, desserts and drinks.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>CHERRY VINEGAR: The finest sun-ripened fruit is hand-picked from select orchards. Experience an intense aroma of ripe cherries and dark berries. The flavour harmonises the rich essence of aged balsamic vinegar with the juicy brightness of fresh cherries, resulting in a refined woody depth and subtle hints of vanilla and exotic spices.<br \/>\nPREMIUM QUALITY: The cherries are used to age a lively apple cider vinegar and a refined white wine vinegar. These two vinegars are skillfully blended, and a hint of concentrated apple must is added for natural sweetness. The mixture is then aged in traditional oak barrels, allowing the flavours to harmonise beautifully.<br \/>\nVERSATILE INGREDIENT: It has a smooth palate, balanced acidity, and a gentle sweetness, making it incredibly easy to use. Combine with olive oil for a delicious salad dressing, or mix with mustard for a gourmet vinaigrette. Pair with feta, soft cheeses, or charcuterie boards for a delightful twist on old favourites.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":167403,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_glsr_average":0,"_glsr_ranking":0,"_glsr_reviews":0},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[34764,34765,33938],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-167402","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-dairy-free","7":"product_cat-fruit","8":"product_cat-italian","9":"pa_brand-monikas-kitchen","10":"pa_manufacturer-grapoila","12":"first","13":"instock","14":"shipping-taxable","15":"product-type-external"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/167402","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=167402"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/167403"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=167402"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=167402"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=167402"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=167402"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}