Honey Ridge Farms Balsamic Honey Vinegar is a very nice addition to the pantry, though it certainly was not made according to the centuries-old Italian method, and thus is not a true balsamic. It bears a resemblance, however, to common balsamics on the market because caramel is one of the ingredients. Despite its name, it is an honest product; even the caramel is made with honey. It is mellow enough to use for salads and to add a splash of acidity when deglazing a pan.

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It is made in Brush Prairie, Wash., by fifth-generation beekeepers who will donate a portion of the price to research on the health of bee colonies. The vinegar is $13.99 for 8.45 ounces from www.honeyridgefarms.com.