2989 Rt 611
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2989 Rt 611
Tannersville • PA • 18372
Below you will find answers to some of the most commonly asked questions. If you can’t find an answer to your questions, please don’t hesitate to send us a message or give us a call where someone can better assist you.
*This Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
With so many health benefits, balsamic vinegar is a great addition to your healthy diet. From your heart to your skin to your digestion to much more, you can take your next step in improving your health by incorporating balsamic into your favorite dishes, on top of your fresh salads, and much more.
Acetic acid, the probiotic bacteria, found in balsamic vinegar can also help improve your digestive system.
Balsamic vinegar may reduce atherosclerosis, or the hardening of the arteries. This helps to lower your blood pressure levels and stabilizes them at normal levels.
The acetic acid, antimicrobial compounds and antioxidant properties found in balsamic vinegar can help clear your skin from blemishes and acne. It can also brighten up your skin to give you a more lively complexion.
The probiotic properties found in balsamic can help you feel full for longer periods of time, which can help you cut down on excess snacking. Substituting a balsamic dressing for a processed, heavy dressing on your salad can also help you cut calories.
Your cardiovascular relies on being able to move blood throughout your body freely with balsamic.
Balsamic vinegar can help lower that bad LDL cholesterol.
Ranking low on the glycemic index, vinegar helps to keep your blood glucose levels normal, not causing drastic highs and lows in your energy. The glycemic level of vinegar makes it a great add for those with diabetes to avoid sugar spikes. For insulin sensitivity, balsamic vinegar is a great addition.
First, we have the producer provide us with a CoA (Certificate of Analysis) which includes chemical testing data showing that it passed all the tests to qualify as extra virgin. (This is where most of our competitors stop)
We then go a step further and have our importer send a sample of each batch to an independent testing lab here in the United States. These samples are tested to make sure it meets or exceeds the criteria to qualify for extra virgin.
We also have them do a separate purity test – additional testing to make sure that there are no other oils beside olive oil in the sample. It is possible to pass the initial chemical test to qualify as extra virgin with the addition of other oils such as canola, sunflower, hazelnut, etc. blended in. This is one of the ways unscrupulous vendors lower their costs and increase their profits.
Our base extra virgin olive oil is from the largest producer in Tunisia and they have a company-owned warehouse here in the United States… in Texas.
We can provide all the CoAs and Independent Testing documents by request for our customers.
Heart health. A variety of studies have shown that omega–9 fatty acids, like oleic acid, can help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke. They’ve also been shown to increase HDL cholesterol (the good kind) and reduce LDL cholesterol.
Oleic acid supports heart health and blood circulation.
The higher the Oleic Acid count, the better. Quality Oils should contain a minimum count of 55 and you should look for oils that are greater than 65.
The lower the FFA, the more stable the oil will be for cooking at high temperatures. You are typically looking for Oil that are less than 0.8%, but idealy you should be able to find oils that are at or below 0.3%.
A great example of a high heat oil is our Avocado Oil which has an FFA of 0.18%
Polyphenols – known to be anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant and an anticoagulant. They help to reduce and neutralize free radicals and repair the damage that have been caused to cell membranes from cigarette smoke, pollution, alcohol, and the sun.
The Polyphenol count also affects the intensity (or pungency) of the oil. A big, peppery, full bodied robust-tasting oil will have a higher Polyphenol count than a smooth mild oil.
This doesn’t mean that oils with a lower count aren’t good, there are times where you don’t want your oil to overpower your dish.
The Polyphenol count is at it’s highest when the Olives are harvested. The minute the Olive is harvested, the Polyphenol count starts to reduce naturally.
Oil and Spice Company believes that listing a number that reduces itself over time is misleading and inaccurate for our customers.
The chile oil is made with a blend of hot pequin flakes and Chipotle Chili flakes.
All of the flavorings are natural, vegan and allergen free. We use a process of combining different components to mimic flavors. There is no cheese in our Parmesan flavoring, no meat in our bacon flavoring, etc.
A Flavor such as Basil is flavored by pressing Basil Leaves in the process.
Flavors such as Bacon or Cheese use other natural flavors to mimic the desired result. Simply put, there is no Pork in our Bacon EVOO or Dairy Products in our Parmesan EVOO. Our Butter EVOO is flavored using Diocetyl which is produced from Sweet Potatoes.
Out Truffle EVOO uses other mushroom flavors to mimic the flavor of Truffles simply to keep the cost to the consumer reasonable.
UP (Ultra Premium) Grade is a standard that was created by a company called Veronica Foods who is a large manufacturer in California. The UP Grade is not a recognized standard by the North American Olive Oil Association (NAOOA) or the International Olive Council who regulates and monitors the industry and standards, it is nothing more than a marketing tool for Veronica Foods and it’s customers.
We do not sell products from Veronica Foods so we are not eligible to participate in their promotion but we welcome everyone to compare our products to any UP Grade Oil.
All of our Oils meet or exceed the recognized standards of the International Olive Council which sets the standards for all producers of oil. We can provide CoA and Independant test results for any Oil we sell in our store, you just have to ask to see them and we will gladly share them with you.
In Italy, the only balsamic that is allowed to state an age is a DOP product. To obtain DOP status, the balsamic must be aged a minimum of 12 years and is controlled by the Consortium for approval and bottling into a unique 3.4 oz. bottle. These bottles usually cost between $75 and $120 each. There is only a small amount of this product produced each year. In fact an entire battery of barrels would result in approximately 5 liters of product.
Therefore, a new product was started called Balsamic Vinegar of Modena (today Protected Geographical Indication). This commercial product is made from mixing concentrated or cooked grape must and wine vinegar and then aging this blend in wooden casks. There are two categories of age within the PGI regulation, the minimum required aging in wood is set forth at 2 months or at the second level of aging in wood for 3 years so according to PGI ruling, no balsamic can be said to be aged more than 3 years.
More important than the age in this type of balsamic is that the quality and the quantity of the grape must and the wine vinegar used in the production are crucial to the quality of the finished product.
Our 25 Star Balsamic has a minimum of 80% concentrated grape must and aged red wine vinegar.
Golden Balsamic is also known as White Balsamic
Aside from the fact that if the product was truly that aged, the price would prohibit the average person from being able to afford it, as it would sell for about $25/ounce.
According to PGI (European Protected Geographical Indication) rules, Balsamic can only be called “aged” if it is really a certified product. Condimento balsamic cannot be classified as PGI nor can it be claimed as aged under PGI rules.
We do not claim an age on our product as we follow the law and guidelines set in place by the consortium. However, we feel that our product stands for itself.
We invite you to compare the products side by side and decide for yourself which product is superior.
Slovanian Oak.
NO! The sweetness of our balsamic is due to the high amount of concentrated grape must in our product. The more grape must, the thicker and sweeter it becomes.
Our special quality of grape must give the finished goods a thicker consistency This balsamic is made exclusively for us and to our specification. It contains a minimum of 80% high quality must and wine vinegar that is aged a minimum of 10 years. The resultant product is naturally thick and sweet.
Dark Balsamic uses caramelized Grape Must, Golden (White) Balsamic uses Grape Must that has not been caramelized. Lighter colored grapes are also used to produce the must. The result is a lighter, cleaner flavored Balsamic that allows the added flavors to come through more over Dark Balsamic which has a slightly richer flavor.
THE FLAVORINGS for the balsamic vinegars reflect the same concept as our Extra Virgin Olive Oil but with an alcohol base, like vanilla extract, for instance. However, we do have a few flavors that contain sesame seeds or chile powder to boost the flavor.
All of the flavorings are natural, vegan and allergen free.
Seeing a slimy string like substance in your wine vinegars?
What you are seeing is not mold, it is the “mother” growing.
What it is, is a bacterium that grows when raw material in the vinegar did not finish fermenting. When your vinegar is not pasteurized this can leave behind this material and allow the mother to grow. This shows that the vinegar is raw and natural.
This does occur when the vinegar gets warmer, and it can be strained out. To avoid this, the items can be kept cool or in the fridge.
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Be sure to type the name of the flavor in the box at the bottom of the label so the recipient knows which wonderful flavor you have chosen for them.
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