Shanxi Mature Vinegar is a specialty of Shanxi Province and a trademark product of chinese national geography. Mature vinegar is one of the four famous vinegars in China with a history of more than 3,000 years.

Mature vinegar has the characteristics of ordinary acetic acid, alcohol, concentration and length. At the same time, it has the characteristics of fragrance, softness and no precipitation. In addition, the longer the aged acid is stored, the more fragrant and sour it is, and the more delicious and intriguing it is. And it is not moldy in summer, not frozen in winter, and the color is dark orange. It is unique in Shanxi vinegar and has excellent quality.

Especially when eating jiaozi and cooking cold dishes, put a spoonful of Shanxi mature vinegar, the flavor and fragrance of the dishes will be more obvious, so Shanxi mature vinegar will be fresher and more fragrant than other vinegars. Moreover, its sour taste is not as sour as other vinegar, and most people can accept its sour taste.

Quality characteristics of Shanxi mature vinegar

Sensory indicators: reddish brown to reddish brown color, pure and soft aroma, rich fragrance; Soft and sour, mellow in taste, sweet and sour, slightly fresh, thick and clear, and no fermented substances precipitate.

Physical and chemical indexes: total acid (g/100 ml in acetic acid) ≥ 4.50, nonvolatile acid (g/100 ml in lactic acid) ≥ 0.70, and reducing sugar (g/100 ml in glucose) ≥ 0.80.

Producers within the geographical range of origin of Shanxi over-mature vinegar who use the special marks for geographical products of Shanxi over-mature vinegar shall apply to the reporting institution established by the local quality and technical supervision bureau and pass the preliminary examination, and can use the special marks for geographical products of Shanxi over-mature vinegar only after the announcement and approval of the AQSIQ.

The above contents refer to Baidu Encyclopedia-Shanxi Mature Vinegar.