Balsamic Vinegar Substitute: 7 Science-Backed Alternatives (Tested)
There is no single “perfect” balsamic vinegar substitute—but there are seven rigorously validated alternatives that replicate its functional roles in cooking: acidity (pH 2.8–3.4), residual sugar (12–16 g/100 mL), viscosity (≥150 cP at 20°C), and caramelized complexity (key Maillard-derived compounds:…