New World Vinegars · Made in Australia

Sour Nectar

Slow-fermented. Flavour-forward.
Vinegars so good you'll drink them as a spritz.

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Amazing Flavours
Complex ester profiles, not your everyday vinegars
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Raw & Unfiltered
With the mother. Zero pasteurisation.
Made in Sydney
Not imported. Not repackaged.
The Vinegar Revolution

Vinegar got boring.
We fixed that.

With a few notable exceptions, the industrial age turned vinegar into a commodity. Mass-produced in 24 hours and stripped of flavour. Vinegar became purely functional and lost all the characteristics that make fermented products amazing.

Our vinegars are slow-fermented using old-world methods, yielding nuanced flavour profiles more like a fine wine or craft beer than a bulk pantry staple. They've transformed the way we cook — and we're on a mission to share that discovery with the world. This is vinegar that deserves the spotlight.

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So many ways to use it

Spritz Pickle Drizzle Dress Dip Brighten Cure Marinade Shrub Finish Garnish Sip Deglaze
Not your average vinegar

Three ways to start

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The Vinegar Spritz

Why gulp ACV when you can actually enjoy your daily ritual? Pour citrus vinegar into sparkling water.

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Next-Level Pickles

Pickle red onions in manuka-smoked malt vinegar. Once you have made them you can add them to anything from salads to smashed avo.

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The Finishing Touch

Drizzle rose vinegar on fresh oysters. Finish a sardine pasta with citrus vinegar. These are vinegars that shine.

Real people, real reviews

Don't just take our word for it.

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Kelly
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"Both the smoky mead and the blood orange vinegar were amazing! Perfect mix of slightly sweet and tangy. Delicious in salad dressings and to zazzle up recipes that usually call for plain white vinegar, like cole slaw."

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— Smoky Mead & Blood Orange Vinegars
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Ben
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"Love these vinegars so much. The citrus vinegar is a staple in our house — can't wait til it's back in stock."

— Citrus Vinegar
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Liz
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"I love the Manuka Smoked Malt vinegar from Sour Nectar — it makes the best smoky red onion pickles, and I love adding a splash of smokiness to my marinades! The White Nectarine vinegar is so delicate and delicious — it goes in every salad dressing I make. If I want something stronger, I'll go for the Blood Orange vinegar. These products have added so much zest and flavour to my meals!"

— Manuka Smoked Malt, White Nectarine & Blood Orange Vinegars
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Dylan
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"So thrilled to have discovered these vinegars at my local market. They have definitely changed the way I see vinegar; I've always seen vinegar as a tool for enhancing other flavours but these stand on their own. The complexity and depth are amazing - layers of flavour, rather than just an acidic punch.

My favourite is the citrus vinegar - a few drops into sparkling water makes the most refreshing summer drink. The manuka smoked malt vinegar is also a standout - the subtle smokiness adds a really unique dimension to your dishes. Definitely recommend these for anyone who appreciates good food!"

— Citrus & Manuka Smoked Malt Vinegars
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Sam
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"I'm pretty basic but I love the smoky vinegars with some good fresh bread and oil. The lighter flavours like the celery work well as a healthy salad dressing too."

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— Smoky Mead & Celery Vinegars
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Adrian
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"I went all in and bought three vinegars from Sour Nectar to give them a try. I didn't know what to expect and my first thought was to use them as a drink with a little water. The citrus one was great for this, but the smoked malt vinegar is outstanding on vegetables (especially spinach and greens)! Well done on creating something truly unique that I reach for almost every day :)"

— Citrus & Manuka Smoked Malt Vinegars
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Susan
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"I bought these because I was curious, and I absolutely love them. I needed to work out how to use them and was inspired by the mayo blog post. They work very well with my Thermomix mayo recipe. I got the Manuka and the Rosé but keen to try others too."

— Manuka Smoked Malt & Rosé Vinegars
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The Collection

Small-batch vinegars, traditionally fermented, ready to transform your kitchen.

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Got questions?

We've got answers.

Industrial vinegar is produced in under 24 hours using the "submerged method" which strips away delicate esters — the complex aromatic compounds that fermentation naturally creates. Our vinegars are slow-fermented using traditional methods, creating nuanced flavour profiles with layers of depth. Think fine wine vs. box wine.
Use them anywhere you are trying to add acid - instead of a squeeze of lime or a dash of ordinary vinegar, elevate your dish with a dash of Sour Nectar Vinegar! Drinks (sparkling water, cocktails, shrubs), cold sauces and dressings, quick pickles, finishing dishes. Avoid high-heat cooking — the delicate esters get lost. For quick pickles, add the vinegar cold rather than during the heating step.
We ship Australia-wide using Australia Post. Orders over $40 get free shipping! Contact us at [email protected] with any issues.
Yes! Our vinegars include the mother. No pasteurisation and no filtering. This is as raw and alive as it gets.
DM us on Instagram @sournectarvinegar or email [email protected].
Because our vinegars are a food product, we are unable to accept returns on opened bottles. However we do want to make sure you are happy with your purchase - if you experience any issues please email us. If your order arrives damaged or something goes wrong in transit, please reach out and we will make it right. Email us at [email protected] with a photo and your order details and we'll sort it out promptly.
We only collect the information needed to process and deliver your order. Your email address and phone number are required by Australia Post to dispatch your parcel and send tracking notifications — we don't use them for anything else without your permission. If you opt in to our newsletter at checkout or via the form on this page, we'll occasionally send you recipes and new product news via Brevo (our email platform). Your order data is stored securely in our system and is never sold to third parties. To request deletion of your data, email us at [email protected].
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From the kitchen

Recipes & Ideas

Inspiration for what to do with your bottles once they arrive.

Smoky Tuna Mayo
July 2025

Smoky Tuna Mayo on Sourdough

Five minutes, one tin, unforgettable flavour.

 Blood Orange Pickles
January 2025

Blood Orange Red Onion Pickles

Vibrant, citrus-forward pickles that stun.

 Salt and Vinegar Nuts
December 2025

Smoked Salt & Vinegar Almonds

Just 3 ingredients. No smoker needed.
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