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Vanilla Extract
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romanolikethecheese
September 9, 2011
On your recommendation, I have just now put up my vanilla extract, using good vodka and 15 vanilla beans. In December, about 3 months from now, I will report the results. But, honestly, what could go wrong?!!
Thank you for this recipe. Just splitting the vanilla beans filled the kitchen with a delectable aroma.
Thank you for this recipe. Just splitting the vanilla beans filled the kitchen with a delectable aroma.
1840 F.
September 9, 2011
Well done! I just put up a new bottle yesterday and the aroma was (as usual) fantastic! I'm so glad that you've given it a try and can't wait to hear what you think of it.
jwlucas
May 27, 2011
Do you use your extract as you would a store brand version -- or just enjoy it for cocktails? I'm thinking about making a few batches to set aside for holiday gifts, poured into smaller decorative bottles.
1840 F.
May 27, 2011
Yes, I use it just as I used to use commercial brands of vanilla extract. In fact, since I make such large batches, I end up adding a little extra in recipes when I can. The flavor is incredible!
In response to your question regarding Bourbon, I prefer vodka. I think that either would yield a delicious vanilla extract. I use vodka because we tend to use that in other recipes/cocktails. I'm imagining a kitchen experiment to test vodka vs. bourbon. I'll let you know what I decide!
In response to your question regarding Bourbon, I prefer vodka. I think that either would yield a delicious vanilla extract. I use vodka because we tend to use that in other recipes/cocktails. I'm imagining a kitchen experiment to test vodka vs. bourbon. I'll let you know what I decide!
Hilarybee
March 14, 2011
I haven't tried it with Vodka, yet. I personally prefer Bourbon (high proof, though).
jwlucas
May 27, 2011
What's the advantage of using bourbon instead of vodka for vanilla extract? Do you use your homebrew as you would store-bought extract? I'm thinking about making a few batches to set aside for holiday gifts.
aargersi
March 14, 2011
Excellent - and I bet you could make a fairly tasty cocktail after the 3 months of vanilla bean soaking as well ...
1840 F.
March 14, 2011
I am happy to say that it does indeed make a mouth watering cocktail. The aroma and taste are divine.
It's a tough job tasting the vanilla bean martinis, but someone has to do it!
I'd love for you to share any cocktail recipes that you come up with. I'm always willing to try one in the name of recipe research.
It's a tough job tasting the vanilla bean martinis, but someone has to do it!
I'd love for you to share any cocktail recipes that you come up with. I'm always willing to try one in the name of recipe research.
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