The recipe calls for 1 cup of bourbon what amount of bourbon extract would I use to replace the alcohol?
Making for a Kentucky Derby party where there will be children and some adults who do not drink alcohol.
Recommended by Food52
Making for a Kentucky Derby party where there will be children and some adults who do not drink alcohol.
6 Comments
I suggest using water since that's what bourbon (or any distilled spirit) mostly is anyhow.
Adding another liquid would change the flavor profile, not something one would want to do with mint julep cupcakes.
If the liquid volume of the bourbon is also important, replace it with water, fruit juice or broth - depending on recipe.
If you have guests with alcohol addiction or allergy , know that many or most extracts contain alcohol.
For example, this bourbon extract:
https://www.apexflavors.com/Baking/Baking%20Flavor%20Categories/Cocktail~1584/Bourbon-Type-Extract-Natural-Flavor-Blend-~1588
states that 1 teaspoon of extract provides the equivalent taste as 5 ounces of bourbon. Thus, for your purposes, you'd want to use about 1.5 teaspoons of this particular product for your intended use.
I'm guessing that the strength of these extracts vary a bit between manufacturers which is why you should consider directing your question to the manufacturer of your specific product.
Best of luck.