White wine vinegar

A mild, slightly fruity vinegar made from fermented white wine. Less sharp than distilled white vinegar and lighter in flavor than apple cider vinegar. Used in dressings and quick pickles.

Used for

  • vinaigrettes
  • quick pickles
  • deglazing
  • shrubs
  • dips

In the kitchen

  • whisk
  • reduce
  • pickle

Picking it at the store

  • Interchangeable with Champagne vinegar in most recipes — both are mild and slightly sweet
  • White wine vinegar won't discolor light-colored sauces the way red wine vinegar does

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