Malt vinegar

Malt vinegar is a type of vinegar made from malted barley. The production process begins with malting barley to convert starches into fermentable sugars, which are then brewed into ale. The ale undergoes fermentation by acetic acid bacteria, transforming the alcohol into acetic acid and yielding vinegar. Malt vinegar is typically light to dark brown in color, with a distinct malty, tangy flavor. It is commonly used as a condiment for dishes like fish and chips, as well as in pickling and marinades. Its robust flavor differentiates it from the sharper, more neutral taste of distilled or spirit vinegar.