Best sherry vinegar, according to chefs
Three picks, each tied to a named taster and a public source — from Joanne Weir, Fanny Singer and Michael Harlan Turkell. Recommendations come from vinegarprofessor.com and nymag.com.
Oils & Vinegars · The ranking
- 1Top pick
Alvear Pedro Ximénez sherry vinegar
Chosen by- Joanne WeirCookbook author, TV host · James Beard Awardjoanneweir.com ↗
“My first choice… It adds a brightness to this soup along with a touch of sweetness” (gazpacho, 2023).
- 2
La Bodega Sherry Vinegar from Jerez
Chosen by- Fanny SingerAuthor, Always Home
“Something about sherry vinegar is so good.” Uses it in vinaigrettes, mignonette, and to deglaze (2021).
- 3
O-Med Sherry Vinegar
Chosen by- Michael Harlan TurkellAuthor, Acid Trip
A “super-solid sherry vinegar” he believes should be on everyone’s shelf (2021).
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Questions, answered
- What is the best sherry vinegar, according to chefs?
- MyTastr’s top pick is Alvear Pedro Ximénez sherry vinegar, chosen by Joanne Weir. “My first choice… It adds a brightness to this soup along with a touch of sweetness” (gazpacho, 2023). Source: vinegarprofessor.com ↗
- What are the other top picks for sherry vinegar?
- No. 2 is La Bodega Sherry Vinegar from Jerez, chosen by Fanny Singer. No. 3 is O-Med Sherry Vinegar, chosen by Michael Harlan Turkell (vinegar author). Each card above links to the original source.
- How does MyTastr choose these picks?
- Every pick is tied to a named chef, cookbook author or food expert and links to the public interview, panel or article it came from. We survey dozens, often hundreds, of top chefs, food writers and critics, and order reflects how often and how strongly a brand is recommended. Only organic recommendations count — paid endorsements don’t — and brands can’t buy a spot. Read how we pick.