Malt vinegar

malt vinegar

Flavor and role: A brown British vinegar made from malted barley, with a nutty, robust aroma.
Typical dishes and uses: Sprinkling on fish and chips, British pickles (pickled onions), chutney
Substitutes: 1 tbsp malt vinegar = 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar + a few drops of soy sauce, or lemon juice.
Storage: 2 years or more in a cool place at room temperature.
Main countries: United Kingdom
Used in this book: Fish and Chips Triple-Cooked Fish and Chips with Homemade Tartare Crisp-Crusted Fish Burger with Minty Pea Smash

Updated 2026-10-10