The Best Way to make vinegar
Making vinegar at home is actually pretty easy! Here's the simplest way to do it:
What You'll Need:
- Wine, beer, or hard cider (this will be your base)
- A large glass or ceramic container
- Cheesecloth or a clean cotton cloth
- A rubber band
- Raw, unfiltered vinegar with 'mother' (like Bragg's)
Steps:
- Pour your alcoholic base into the container
- Add about 1/4 cup of raw vinegar with 'mother' for every 4 cups of base
- Cover the container with cheesecloth and secure it with a rubber band
- Keep it in a dark place at room temperature (65-80°F)
- Wait 3-4 weeks, checking occasionally
You'll know it's ready when it smells like vinegar! It usually takes about a month, but you can taste-test it to see if it's as strong as you want.
Pro Tips:
- Don't use metal containers - they can react with the vinegar
- Keep it away from direct sunlight
- The warmer the room, the faster it will turn into vinegar