Beer Malt Vinegar

Real malt vinegar is fermented from beer, not from grain alcohol with caramel coloring added. That is the whole difference, and it is the reason most people think they dislike malt vinegar when what they actually dislike is non-brewed condiment.

Brewed malt vinegar vs non-brewed condiment

The brown liquid in most chip shops and supermarket bottles is non-brewed condiment: acetic acid, water, coloring, flavoring. It was never fermented and never near a grain. Ours starts as actual beer, ferments into vinegar, and ages in oak. It tastes malty and rounded instead of sharp and chemical. If you want the full comparison, read non-brewed condiment vs traditional vinegar and the history of malt vinegar.

Three beers, three vinegars

What to do with it

Beyond the obvious plate of fried fish: whisk it into malt vinegar aioli, use it in a slaw where cider vinegar would be too fruity, splash it over roasted root vegetables, or build a marinade for beef or lamb. It is also excellent on mashed potatoes, which sounds wrong and is not.

Common questions

  • Is malt vinegar gluten free? It is fermented from barley, so no, we do not sell it as gluten free. If you need a gluten-free option, our rice wine vinegar is the one to look at.
  • Why is it darker than supermarket malt vinegar? Because the color comes from the beer and the barrel rather than from caramel coloring.
  • Which should I buy first? Porter if you want the classic, Octoberfest if you are unsure.

 

See how it sits next to the rest of the range in the full vinegar collection, or start small with the mini bottle sampler sets. Orders over $85 ship free in the contiguous US.

Beer Malt Vinegar FAQs

Where can I buy malt vinegar crafted from authentic beer?

You can buy malt vinegar directly from American Vinegar Works online with fast, secure shipping right to your home.

What is the difference between beer and malt vinegar?

Standard malt vinegar is made from a basic malted barley wash. Our premium beer malt vinegar is brewed directly from finished craft beers for a deeper flavor profile.

Why is your craft selection considered the best malt vinegar for fries?

We age our vinegars in real whiskey barrels. This process infuses the liquid with rich notes of caramel and oak that complement savory, fried foods perfectly.

Can you share some common culinary malt vinegar uses?

It is an exceptional choice for splashing over fish and chips, mixing into a gourmet aioli, brightening up heavy sauces, or creating robust meat marinades.

Where can I purchase this beer malt vinegar?

You can shop our complete artisan selection online at American Vinegar Works for quick, secure delivery straight to your kitchen, or visit our authorized premium retail partners. See the full list on our store locator page.

Let customers speak for us

from 1672 reviews

The greatest vinegar 😁

Sharon

an excellent white wine vinegar crisp clean acidity

MICHAEL M.

Lovely. Very high quality vinegar!

David
Birthday gift for my sister

My sister was thrilled with the gift set. I also added a couple of other vinegars that I love…and she did too! Such wonderful vinegar flavors that enhance everything we eat!!!

Carla H.

Great vinegar.

Gail G.
Superior Vinegar- will be repeat customer

I love vinegar and your regular cider vinegar, malted beer vinegar, cider vinegar w/ blueberry and cider vinegar w/ cranberry is awesome and will be a repeat customer for life.
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JOHN
I keep these in-stock in my kitchen

I keep these in-stock in my kitchen. They are reasonably shelf stable and I like the varitey.

Anonymous
Love your vinegar’s everything came fine right

Love your vinegar’s everything came fine right on time and I enjoy them very much

Customer L.E.
Great vinegar

The best vinegars I have ever tasted. The apple cider vinegar is real, not apple cider flavored vinegar like most. It is made with real apples, and you can taste the difference. Fantastic used making hot bacon dressing for wilted salads.
I highly recommend.

kevin h.
I’ve been using these vinegars for three years and I would use nothing else! The red wine vinegar

I’ve been using these vinegars for three years and I would use nothing else! The red wine vinegar is my go to. I am currently enjoying the Honey Wine Vinegar, Rice Wine Vinegar, Chardonnay Wine Vinegar. The quality is exceptional !

Nancy K.
Trust the Freebie

The free bonus bottle of hot vinegar is not something I would have ordered, but I love it—so good on garden-ripened tomatoes! Ordering was easy, delivery prompt, all contents in good condition. The vinegar has a depth and richness that grocery store vinegar just doesn’t have.

Martha G.T.
Superior quality, tasty and smooth

Did a taste test with your apple vinegar and the major national brand we use. First diluted in water then straight. In both concentrations your product wins hands down. Smoother and tastier. The choking, why'd-I-do-that response with the straight vinegar was almost worth it.

Anonymous
Good vinegar, and samplers are fun and practical

American Vinegar Works makes delicious vinegars. I don't like them all equally, but that's what makes the sampler packs great. I chose what I wanted to try. I highly recommend the miles from the tree cider vinegar! I also like that I can buy a small bottle when I only want a little of something specialized for a recipe. It makes a good reason to try some more kinds!

Harriet

Great vinegars

Alexa J.

As with all AVWs vinegars, always excellent and far superior to anything from a supermarket!

Bert