balsamic vinegar

noun

: an aged Italian vinegar made from the must of white grapes

Examples of balsamic vinegar in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Serve them straight from the oven, or dress them up with a squeeze of lemon juice, a shower of grated Parmesan, or a drizzle of balsamic vinegar. — Rick Martinez, Bon Appetit Magazine, 16 Oct. 2026

Inspired by Allario's Genoese roots, the cocktail combines vodka, vermouth, homemade pesto, and white balsamic vinegar. — Alessia Armenise, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026

Honey-Garlic Chicken Honey, fresh ginger, chili-garlic sauce, garlic, and balsamic vinegar combine with a little butter to make a gorgeous glaze for chicken thighs. — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 19 Sep. 2026

And foodies can stop by The Twisted Vine for its premium olive oils and balsamic vinegars. — Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Travel + Leisure, 19 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

translation of Italian aceto balsamico, literally, curative vinegar

First Known Use

1862, in the meaning defined above