What is the best way to test the acidity of homemade vinegar? I have several quarts that I'd like to use in chutneys that I'll can. Thanks!

HalfPint added 12 months ago

AJ, try gardening centers or plant nurseries. They sell strips to test soil pH.

• 0 People think this is an excellent answer
• Reply
• Flag this answer for inappropriate content

Sam1148 added 12 months ago

If you have a pool..maybe a multi purpose electronic one with a large range might be justifiable.

• 0 People think this is an excellent answer
• Reply
• Flag this answer for inappropriate content

susan g added 12 months ago

I have pH test tape on a roll, and some on tabs. It is available in health food stores, used to test saliva and urine. I believe pharmacies may also carry it. I just ran a quick test, using white vinegar, balsamic vinegar, water and baking soda (in a few drops of water) -- the range is distinct. The low end on the roll is 5.5; for the strips it's 5.5. Results are taken by comparison with a color chart.

• 0 People think this is an excellent answer
• Reply
• Flag this answer for inappropriate content

AntoniaJames is a trusted source on Bread/Baking.

added 12 months ago

Just to update you . . . . I couldn't find the strips in a pharmacy, and have had little time for shopping, so I decided to approach this problem from a different angle. I have nearly an full jar of citric acid leftover from my mozzarella making, so I did a bit of research, and found in "Putting Food By" by Janet Greene, et al., that 1/4 teaspoon citric acid provides the same amount of acidity as 1 tablespoon of 5% vinegar or lemon juice. I'll use the vinegar for flavor. I know the chutneys will be a bit sharper but I like them better that way, so it works. ;o)

• 0 People think this is an excellent answer
• Reply
• Flag this answer for inappropriate content