Regular balsamic vinegar spends time in different barrels of different woods in order to get the flavor, aroma and essence of the different woods. This is something special. Juniper-Aged balsamic was prized in the Roman Empire. Today, it is increasingly rare as the vanishing juniper tree is protected by law, preventing the production of new wood barrels. Acetaia Reale still has 80 barrels of old juniper. This vinegar is aged for a minimum of 12 years exclusively in these barrels, producing a herbaceous, slightly spicy flavor. With hints of honey, the sweetness is refined and not at all overpowering. Juniper Balsamic is perfect for savory foods drizzled on a grilled flank steak, and topped with arugula makes for a sublime dish. A typical Italian use is a liberal pouring over salami, or even a shard of Parmigano-Reggiano and Pecorino cheese.
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JUNIPER12
