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Maruyasu brand "Enmei Vinegar"
Made from mandarin orange juice grown in Shizuoka Prefecture, this fruit vinegar is fermented with acetic acid and then sweetened with honey and other ingredients to make it easy to drink and use in cooking.
Since it contains no artificial sweeteners or preservatives, it can be safely enjoyed by the whole family, from young children to the elderly.
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"Enmei Vinegar," a mild vinegar made from the juice of Shizuoka mandarins.
Mandarin orange vinegar, a familiar sight on dinner tables in Shizuoka.
Kondo Vinegar Store Co., Ltd. continues to produce vinegar in Shizuoka City, Shizuoka Prefecture. They cherish traditional methods and create vinegars that make the most of local ingredients.
The store's signature product is "Enmei Vinegar," known as mandarin orange vinegar. It is a fruit vinegar made by fermenting mandarin orange juice with acetic acid, and then honey and other ingredients are added to give it a milder acidity.
Unlike regular vinegar which can be used in cooking, this product can also be diluted with water and drunk. Its versatility in various uses, such as in vinegared dishes, salads, pickles, and drinks, makes it an easy addition to your daily meals.
"Enmei Vinegar" was created from the idea of making use of mandarins that don't meet the standard specifications.
The creation of Enmei Vinegar has a unique background, stemming from Shizuoka Prefecture's reputation as a major producer of mandarin oranges.
According to Kondo Vinegar Shop's official website, the inspiration for their product development came from the fact that the wife of the second-generation owner had a mandarin orange farm in Shimizu. They wondered if there was a way to utilize the mandarin oranges that couldn't be shipped because of their irregular shape and size. That's how they started making vinegar using mandarin oranges.
Even now, we continue to use Satsuma mandarins from Shizuoka Prefecture, which are known for their high sugar content and excellent flavor.
Instead of judging locally grown agricultural products solely on their shape or size, they are transformed into valuable food products in other forms. This approach is a prime example of craftsmanship that values local ingredients.
Brewed slowly using the traditional "static method".
Kondo Vinegar Shop values the traditional "static method" of vinegar making.
This method involves creating a film of acetic acid bacteria on the surface of the vinegar fermentation liquid, promoting natural fermentation. Fermentation requires experience in temperature control and observing the state of the bacterial film. The official website explains that fermentation takes about 1 to 3 months, after which the vinegar is aged in wooden barrels.
Furthermore, the sake lees used in the brewing process are aged for a long period. By utilizing the umami and aroma that develops through aging, we aim to create a mellow and rich vinegar.
Rather than prioritizing efficiency above all else, Kondo Vinegar Shop takes its time to complete the vinegar production while carefully monitoring the fermentation process. This approach to vinegar making is also a characteristic of Kondo Vinegar Shop.
"Enmei Vinegar" can be used in both cooking and drinks.
Enmei Vinegar is a seasoned vinegar characterized by its balanced acidity and sweet flavor.
It can be used in a variety of dishes, such as cucumber and seaweed salads, salad dressings, and vegetable pickles. It's also convenient because you can easily adjust the flavor without having to measure out multiple seasonings.
It can also be enjoyed as a drinking vinegar by diluting it with water. It's suitable not only for cooking but also for those looking for an easy-to-drink fruit vinegar.
I won the top prize in the vinegar category at the seasoning championship.
Enmei Vinegar won the top prize in the vinegar category at the 15th Seasoning Championship held in 2024. According to the official website, the 330ml product that won the award has the same contents as the 900ml product.
The fact that a product that has been popular for many years has been recognized for its appeal as a seasoning is an achievement worth highlighting when introducing it.
Furthermore, Enmei Vinegar has also been certified as a Shizuoka City regional brand in the "Shizuoka Aoi Premium Award 2019." This suggests that it has been recognized as a product deeply rooted in the local community.