Fruit Vinegar

Abstract

Vinegar is a natural product derived from alcoholic and acetous fermentation of a suitable medium such as fruits, malt, molasses, sugarcane juice etc. Vinegar is known to have various applications in homes, restaurants and in the food industries. It is used in pickle, chutney, tomato ketchup, sauces and various other condiment preparations. Vinegar aids digestion and improves the quality of cooked meat and fish. Vinegar should contain atleast 3.75 g of acetic acid per 100mL and should also contain atleast 1.5% w/v of total solids and 0.18% total ash.