I started a new batch of vanilla flavoring last week. For those of you that have never done it, it is as simple as taking vanilla beans and putting them in a jar with vodka. Over time the vodka will take on the flavor of the vanilla. I usually let mine steep for at the least 3 to 4 months. In about a month this stuff will smell like heaven. I ordered my vanilla beans online and paid $5.99 for 10 grade B beans. I will make probably 2 batches of vanilla flavoring with those beans. Enough to last me quite a while and then some. This also makes excellent gifts for the holidays. Just strain the beans out and put in small decorative bottles.
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The Canned Quilter
CQ, Now that sounds like a wonderful gift idea, thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteHmmmmmmm. I am thinking Christmas gifts. Thanks
ReplyDeleteThat's a new wrinkle on my horn and a good thing to know.
ReplyDeleteI did this one time Years ago, but didn't let it steep long enough. Time to try again, with all the baking I do. Would love to know the source of you beans.
ReplyDeleteVanilla Products USA can be found on Amazon.com is a reliable inexpensive source of Grade B vanilla beans that I use for my vanilla flavoring.
DeleteWonderful! Thanks, CQ! :o)
ReplyDeleteI have a gallon batch of the stuff curing away in a cabinet right now! Should be done by September. Can't wait!
ReplyDeleteI just started my very first bottle a few weeks ago. It should be ready by October. Just in time for Christmas baking and gift giving.
ReplyDeleteI put 3 beans in a pint jar. They say you can use the beans more than once.
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