A: True balsamic vinegar is made from white grape juice that has been boiled to concentrate it, then aged for years in wooden casks. That removes water and concentrates the grape sugar. During the aging more of the moisture evaporates, so the vinegar and sugar are concentrated even more. read more
Balsamic Vinegar and Sugars The balsamic vinegar also contains 9.53 grams of total sugars, including 4.83 grams of glucose and 4.7 grams of fructose. This sugar is likely not as harmful to your health as the added sucrose found in many snacks, candies and cereals. read more
Traditional balsamic vinegar originates from Modena, Italy, where families have been using the same techniques for generations. Balsamic vinegar is made from pressing and fermenting grapes. It ages in wooden barrels for years, sometimes decades. read more