Homemade Bourbon Vanilla Extract
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Homemade Bourbon Vanilla Extract
Description
This recipe for Homemade Bourbon Vanilla Extract uses 20 to 30 high-quality Madagascar vanilla beans sliced lengthwise and submerged in 750 ml of bourbon whiskey. Prior sterilization of bottles ensures cleanliness and preservation. The split beans release their flavor into the bourbon over a period that can extend several months, resulting in a potent, aromatic extract useful for baking and cooking.
The process involves placing the sliced beans into the bottle and filling it with bourbon to cover them completely. Shaking the bottle helps mix the flavors initially. Over time, the vanilla scent overtakes the alcohol, indicating readiness for use. The remaining vanilla beans can stay in the bottle for over a year, with periodic replacement recommended to maintain intensity.
This extract can be used like store-bought vanilla extract in recipes, offering a natural alternative and potential for customization. Labels can be printed for bottle identification. The volume may increase when adding beans, so adjustments before filling may be needed to prevent overflow.
Ingredients
- 20-30 fresh Vanilla Beans plump (Grade A or B, Madagascar
- 750 ml bourbon whiskey I used Buffalo Trace a non-GMO bourbon, use your fave
Instructions
- I recommend sterilizing your bottles or jars before using them. This can be done by boiling them in a stock-pot of water for 10 minutes, then carefully remove them to a clean towel to dry completely.
- Using the tip of a sharp knife slice the vanilla bean gently lengthwise, stopping just before you get to the end.
- Place desired number of sliced vanilla beans into the bottle of choice, snip your beans in half if the alcohol doesn't cover the entire bean as this will prevent mold.
- With funnel placed on top of the bottle, slowly pour your alcohol over the beans until they are covered and bottle is full. *Tip: If your funnel isn't flowing, simply lift it slightly off the mouth of the bottle breaking the seal and allow it to flow easily. Place on lid and tighten, shake passionately for a minute.
- Write date started on the bottom or side of the bottle, using chalk or metallic marker as well as type of vanilla.
- Once your vanilla no longer smells of the spirit you used and smells instead like vanilla it is ready!
Notes
- Sterilize bottles by boiling for 10 minutes before use to ensure purity.
- Split the vanilla beans lengthwise carefully to maximize flavor extraction while preventing mold.
- Keep the vanilla beans fully submerged in bourbon to avoid spoilage; add more bourbon if quantity reduces.
- Periodically replace the beans every 12-18 months to maintain the extract's potency.
- Labels can be printed and attached to personalize your homemade vanilla extract bottles.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 750ml bottle
Amount Per Serving
Calories 2 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1ml | |
| Calories | 2kcal | 0% |
| Carbohydrates | 0.002g | 0% |
| Fat | 0.001g | 0% |
| Sodium | 0.01mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 0.02mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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