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Nickel

curiouser and curiouser
We all pamper ourselves in one way or another - massages, pricey perfume, a cashmere sweater, etc. Consider price per use rather than the price of the entire bottle. :smile: For special occasions, it's a bargain!!! :biggrin:
 
Vrai... you really need to hit the Sugarloaf Craft Festival this coming fall... you will love, love, love the specialized olive oil taste testings... :drool:
 

BadGirl

I am so very blessed
Or, save up the cost of several bottles of the vinegar and take a trip to Italy and pick up some right from the source.

You get the wonderful balsamic vinegar you want, AND get to take a heck of a vacation.

:yay:
 

Pete

Repete
3 ounces isn't enough, get a quart. Actually I have a bottle I have had for about 10 years. I will sell you 3 ounces for half price.
 

acommondisaster

Active Member
It will be so special, you'll hesitate using it. Few occasions will seem quite good enough - you'd rather save it for something special. And then, it will evaporate.
 

kbeachcat123

Jack Russells RULE!
Try this

I decided I wanted some real balsamic vinegar, aged 25 years.

It's $200 for 3 oz.

:lmao:

Turn a $20 Bottle of Balsamic Vinegar into a $50 Bottle of "Aged" Balsamic in Minutes

Here's a potential solution..."What you're really doing here is a rich balsamic reduction. The sugar and port will add some of the fruity, sweet flavor that aged balsamic develops on its own when it's aged for 12-15 years, and the slow simmer will bring it down to a nice, syrupy consistency."

Hey, it's worth a shot!
 

vraiblonde

Board Mommy
PREMO Member
Patron
Turn a $20 Bottle of Balsamic Vinegar into a $50 Bottle of "Aged" Balsamic in Minutes

Here's a potential solution..."What you're really doing here is a rich balsamic reduction. The sugar and port will add some of the fruity, sweet flavor that aged balsamic develops on its own when it's aged for 12-15 years, and the slow simmer will bring it down to a nice, syrupy consistency."

Hey, it's worth a shot!

Ooh, good find! I'll have to try it and see what happens.
 

RoseRed

American Beauty
PREMO Member
Ooh, good find! I'll have to try it and see what happens.

I thought I would too, but then I read some of the comments. After purchasing additional ingredients, it may not be as cost effective. Let me know how it works out for you.
 

SamSpade

Well-Known Member
I'm just wondering how that cost would translate if it were a whole bottle of wine.

You know, instead of a fancy way of using wine that has basically gone bad.
 

MMDad

Lem Putt
I'm just wondering how that cost would translate if it were a whole bottle of wine.

You know, instead of a fancy way of using wine that has basically gone bad.

My thoughts exactly. Take grapes, let them rot. Then take that and let it rot again. Stash it for a few years. Tell everyone it is a delicacy, and charge them tons of money for their rotten grapes.
 

vraiblonde

Board Mommy
PREMO Member
Patron
I'm just wondering how that cost would translate if it were a whole bottle of wine.

You know, instead of a fancy way of using wine that has basically gone bad.

Balsamic vinegar is the staff of life. It makes the Hottentot so hot and puts the ape in apricot. It's my go-to condiment/flavoring agent that pulls everything together and makes it delicious.

My mother, a sworn foe of brussel sprouts and asparagus, will eat her veggies when I drizzle them with balsamic vinegar. And if I can get her to admit that I make good food, nevermind that it's something she is stone solid on hating, then you know there is magic in that bottle.
 

Pete

Repete
Balsamic vinegar is the staff of life. It makes the Hottentot so hot and puts the ape in apricot. It's my go-to condiment/flavoring agent that pulls everything together and makes it delicious.

My mother, a sworn foe of brussel sprouts and asparagus, will eat her veggies when I drizzle them with balsamic vinegar. And if I can get her to admit that I make good food, nevermind that it's something she is stone solid on hating, then you know there is magic in that bottle.

i will still cut you a deal on the 10 year old bottle I have at the house.
 

Wenchy

Hot Flash
Balsamic vinegar is the staff of life. It makes the Hottentot so hot and puts the ape in apricot. It's my go-to condiment/flavoring agent that pulls everything together and makes it delicious.

My mother, a sworn foe of brussel sprouts and asparagus, will eat her veggies when I drizzle them with balsamic vinegar. And if I can get her to admit that I make good food, nevermind that it's something she is stone solid on hating, then you know there is magic in that bottle.

You can afford it and should buy it but I also think you should try making it...then have a comparison taste test with all who have posted in this thread.
 

Merlin99

Visualize whirled peas
PREMO Member
Hey Vrai, One day only

Cavedoni Botte Piccola Italian Balsamic#

Cavedoni Botte Piccola Italian Balsamic, 250ml bottle
Based in Modena (heart of Balsamic country) from an ancient family tradition dating back to 1860. Antica Acetaia Cavedoni is a small 5th generation family run company which takes great care with the quality of its products.

The Botte Piccola vinegar is the pride of the Cavedoni family. Noted for its quality and intense mature flavor, this 7 year old vinegar's high density and brilliance give it the attributes typical of the best matured balsamic vinegars.

  • Completely natural
  • No caramel
  • Perfect viscosity
  • Barrel aged
Pairings: balsamic and strawberries, try it on vanilla ice cream, incredible with tomato and buffalo mozzarella.
 

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RoseRed

American Beauty
PREMO Member
Cavedoni Botte Piccola Italian Balsamic#

Cavedoni Botte Piccola Italian Balsamic, 250ml bottle
Based in Modena (heart of Balsamic country) from an ancient family tradition dating back to 1860. Antica Acetaia Cavedoni is a small 5th generation family run company which takes great care with the quality of its products.

The Botte Piccola vinegar is the pride of the Cavedoni family. Noted for its quality and intense mature flavor, this 7 year old vinegar's high density and brilliance give it the attributes typical of the best matured balsamic vinegars.

  • Completely natural
  • No caramel
  • Perfect viscosity
  • Barrel aged
Pairings: balsamic and strawberries, try it on vanilla ice cream, incredible with tomato and buffalo mozzarella.

That sounds :drool:
 
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