When making vanilla extract, is it recommended to split the beans?

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The S. · Accepted Answer

Yes.  You want the insides of the beans flavoring the alcohol.

c D. · Answer

Will the same recipe work with rum, and which is best, dark or light?

jaxcat · Answer

It's also good to scrape the seeds loose. Shake the bottle after you drop in the seeds and bean casings.

Amanda H. · Answer

Yes -- hope it turns out well!