1. Vibrant, Vivacious, and Ethanol?

2.  Japanese and Chinese vinegars differ  Milder than Western vinegars  Any alcoholic beverage will turn to vinegar ◦ Grapes ◦ Dates ◦ Rice ◦ Apples ◦ Coconut

3.  Originated in England ◦ Fish & Chips  First used 10,000 years ago  Derived from French word vinaigre: Sour wine

4.  Alcohol turns to acetic acid and oxidizes  pH around 2.5-2.9  The longer the fermentation, the smoother the vinegar ◦ Time and bacteria create smooth vinegar

5.  White  Malt  Wine  Apple Cider  Fruit  Balsamic  Rice  Date

6.  Made from grain and water  Used also for cleaning

7.  Made from malting barley

8.  Made from red or white wine  Originated in Mediterranean and Germany  Best matured two years

9.  Made from concentrated juice or must of grapes ◦ Must: grape juice before or during fermentation ◦ Musty: stale or moldy smelling  Originated in Italy  Originally available only to upper classes

10.  Made from fermented rice or rice wine  Originated in Asia