>So does anybody know what the German essig is made from? is it just
>concentrated vinegar of whatever type is available?
>
>Adamantius

In Sweden there's something called 'Ättika' which I believe is the same thing as the German 'Essig'.  It's a water solution of acetic acid (the same acid as in vinegar) but it's made from pure alcohol (by oxidation, not bacteria) and diluted to  12 & 24% acetic acid IIRC.  Vinegar is often in the 5-7% range.

Stefan...
The stuff you're thinking of is probably agar.

/Angus

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