Balsamic caramel dressing

[tinkerbells]

Just back from a lovely lunch at Marriott Hotel. The salad was dressed with "balsamic caramel" dressing - much less vinegary than the balsamic dressing I have. Does anyone know if this is available from supermarkets/specialist stores?

[barb1314]

Lots of the more expensive balsamics taste really sweet and syrupy.We sell one which is �17.50 where I work but it really is worth every penny and you only need a tiny drop. I've been told that if you have a cheap vinegary one you can reduce it in a pan to make it less sour and thicker in consistency.Just simmer very gently.The one we do is from the Fresh Olive Company if you're interested.

[Donquixote]

Reducing balsamic, as barb1314 mentioned, is the way to make balsamic caramel. Try it yourself, it's really easy to do...

[ethandron]

you can add a little sugar or sweetener to the reduced vinegar too, really is a sweet and sour taste and very nice as a dressing.

[tinkerbells]

Thanks everyone, will try this method!