Ingredient

Cooked Grape Must And Wine Vinegar

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
This ingredient is primarily used as a flavoring agent and sweetener in foods. It …

What it is

Cooked grape must is the concentrated juice of grapes, often boiled down to thicken and sweeten it. Wine vinegar is made by fermenting wine, turning alcohol into acetic acid. Cooked grape must and wine vinegar are often combined to create balsamic vinegar.

Why it's used

This ingredient is primarily used as a flavoring agent and sweetener in foods. It adds a characteristic sweet and tangy taste. It is commonly found in salad dressings, marinades, sauces, and as a finishing drizzle for dishes.

Health notes

Cooked grape must and wine vinegar are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. They are common food ingredients with no specific health concerns identified at typical consumption levels. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated vinegar and its components, but no specific health advisories are associated with its use in food.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. Wine vinegar is derived from grapes and fermentation byproducts, which do not include the major allergens.

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

Note: This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice. Check the package label; formulations change.