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Messino Greek Rosé Balsamic Cream – 2 x 250ml is a delicately fruity balsamic condiment from Kalamata, Greece. Made by blending white and red balsamic vinegars with concentrated grape must, this distinctive rosé balsamic cream offers a beautiful pink colour, smooth texture and a balanced sweet-and-sour flavour.
Lighter in colour and flavour than traditional dark balsamic cream, Messino Rosé Balsamic Cream brings an elegant finishing touch to everyday meals and special occasions. Its delicate acidity and characteristic balsamic aroma complement everything from fresh salads and soft cheeses to grilled vegetables, seafood and poultry.
Made with 40% rosé balsamic vinegar and concentrated grape must, this versatile Greek speciality contains no added sugars and is suitable for vegan and gluten-free diets, as stated by the manufacturer.
Supplied as a multipack of two 250ml bottles, providing 500ml in total, it is ideal for home cooking, entertaining, experimenting with dressings or keeping an extra bottle ready for your next recipe.
Pack Contains
2 x Messino Greek Rosé Balsamic Cream – 250ml Bottles.
Total Volume: 500ml.
Key Features
- Authentic Greek Balsamic Cream: Produced in Kalamata, Greece, using a blend of white and red balsamic vinegars and concentrated grape must.
- Distinctive Rosé Colour: A naturally pink balsamic cream that adds colour and presentation to a variety of dishes.
- Delicate Fruity Flavour: Offers a balanced sweet-and-sour taste with a distinctive balsamic aroma.
- 40% Rosé Balsamic Vinegar: Made using a blend of white and red vinegars, combined with concentrated grape must.
- Vegan Friendly: Suitable for plant-based diets.
- Gluten-Free: Identified by the manufacturer as gluten-free.
- No Added Sugars: Contains naturally occurring sugars from grape ingredients without added sugar.
- Versatile Culinary Ingredient: Ideal for salads, cheeses, grilled vegetables, seafood, poultry, dressings and selected drinks.
- Smooth Cream Texture: Suitable for drizzling, garnishing and finishing dishes.
- Convenient Twin Pack: Two individual 250ml bottles provide 500ml of rosé balsamic cream.
- Quality-Controlled Production: Manufactured in a facility identified as ISO 22000:2018 and FSSC 22000 certified and HACCP compliant.
Product Details
Brand: Messino
Product: Rosé Balsamic Cream
Product Type: Balsamic Condiment / Dressing
Flavour: Delicate Fruity Balsamic
Colour: Rosé Pink
Texture: Smooth Cream
Origin: Kalamata, Greece
Rosé Balsamic Vinegar Content: 40%
Dietary Suitability: Vegan, Gluten-Free
Added Sugar: No Added Sugars
Pack Quantity: 2 Bottles
Individual Bottle Volume: 250ml
Total Volume: 500ml
Ingredients
Rosé Balsamic Vinegar (40%) (Mixture of White and Red Vinegar), Concentrated Grape Must.
Allergen Information
The manufacturer identifies this product as gluten-free and suitable for vegans. Customers with food allergies or intolerances should check the original bottle label for the most up-to-date ingredient and allergen information before consumption.
Nutritional Information
Typical Values Per 100g:
| Nutrient | Per 100g |
|---|---|
| Energy | 1058kJ / 249kcal |
| Fat | <0.1g |
| of which Saturates | <0.1g |
| Carbohydrate | 57.1g |
| of which Sugars | 52g |
| Protein | 0.4g |
| Salt | 0.052g |
Important: No added sugars does not mean sugar-free. The product contains naturally occurring sugars from grape ingredients.
Suggested Uses
- Salads and Dressings: Drizzle over fresh green salads, tomato salads and colourful vegetable dishes.
- Soft Cheeses: Pair with soft cheeses, including goat's cheese, for a sweet-and-sour contrast.
- Grilled Vegetables: Add a finishing touch to grilled asparagus and roasted vegetables.
- Seafood and Poultry: Use as a finishing condiment for suitable fish, shellfish and chicken dishes.
- Homemade Dressings: Combine with olive oil and mustard to create a fruity balsamic dressing.
- Cocktails and Drinks: Experiment with a small drizzle in suitable cocktails or mocktails.
- Food Presentation: Use the distinctive pink colour to decorate and finish plated dishes.
Storage
Store according to the instructions printed on the original bottle. Keep securely closed when not in use and follow any additional storage guidance provided by the manufacturer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Messino Rosé Balsamic Cream?
It is a Greek balsamic condiment made from a blend of white and red balsamic vinegars and concentrated grape must. It has a distinctive pink colour, smooth texture and delicate sweet-and-sour flavour.
How many bottles are included?
This listing contains two individual 250ml bottles of Messino Rosé Balsamic Cream, providing 500ml in total.
Where is Messino Rosé Balsamic Cream made?
The product comes from Kalamata, Greece, a region associated with traditional Mediterranean food production.
What does rosé balsamic cream taste like?
It has a delicate fruity flavour with a balanced sweet-and-sour taste and characteristic balsamic aroma. The manufacturer describes it as lighter in colour and flavour than classic balsamic cream.
Is this product suitable for vegans?
Yes. Messino identifies its Rosé Balsamic Cream as suitable for vegan diets.
Is Messino Rosé Balsamic Cream gluten-free?
Yes. The manufacturer identifies this product as gluten-free.
Does this balsamic cream contain added sugar?
No. The manufacturer states that the product contains no added sugars. However, it naturally contains sugars from concentrated grape must, with 52g of sugars per 100g.
Can I use this balsamic cream on salads?
Yes. It can be drizzled directly over salads or combined with olive oil and other ingredients to make dressings.
Can it be served with cheese?
Yes. Its fruity acidity makes it a suitable accompaniment to soft cheeses, particularly goat's cheese.
Can I use this balsamic cream with meat or seafood?
Yes. The manufacturer recommends it as a finishing condiment for poultry, shellfish and other suitable savoury dishes.
Can it be used in drinks?
Yes. Messino suggests experimenting with Rosé Balsamic Cream in cocktails and other drinks to introduce a distinctive fruity balsamic flavour.
What is the difference between rosé balsamic cream and traditional balsamic cream?
Rosé balsamic cream has a lighter colour and more delicate flavour profile than traditional dark balsamic cream. It also offers a distinctive pink appearance for food presentation.
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