Ume Su (Japanese for "Ume vinegar") is a traditional liquid seasoning from Japanese cuisine. Strictly speaking, it is not a true vinegar, but rather the valuable, fruity-sour liquid produced during the fermentation of Ume apricots with sea salt and delicate shiso leaves.

Muso represents the highest Japanese organic quality: the fruity acidity of the Ume apricot combines harmoniously with rich sea salt and the aromatic note of red shiso leaves, which also give Ume Su its beautiful, natural ruby color.

Flavor Profile: Refreshingly fruity-sour, pleasantly salty, and rich in natural umami.

Usage Tips:

• For dressings & dips: The ideal base for vinaigrettes or Asian sauces.
• As a salt and vinegar substitute: Since Ume Su already contains salt, it often replaces both vinegar and salt in dishes at the same time.
• For steaming & seasoning: Gives steamed vegetables, tofu, legumes, or rice dishes a fresh, invigorating note.
• For pickles: Excellent for quick-pickling crunchy vegetables.