Comments on: How to Make Vanilla Extract

By: Jamie Larrison

Jamie Larrison — Mon, 19 Aug 2024 04:02:34 +0000

In reply to Rebekah Carmichael. You could try it and see if you notice a difference in how your hair feels.

By: Jamie Larrison

Jamie Larrison — Sun, 14 Jul 2024 04:02:38 +0000

In reply to Lindsey Ashley. You could try a vanilla glycerite.

By: Lindsey Ashley

Lindsey Ashley — Tue, 09 Jul 2024 15:17:14 +0000

How about a non alcoholic version? Thank you!

By: Rebekah Carmichael

Rebekah Carmichael — Wed, 03 May 2023 17:06:33 +0000

You did a hair perfume video with ‘mommypotomus’ where you used your vanilla extract. I used 80 proof vodka for my vanilla extract, is that still fine to use in the perfume or would 80 proof be too hard on my hair.

By: Kennedy

Kennedy — Sat, 08 Apr 2023 08:32:00 +0000

I’m a fan of your recipes, but this one is off! Vanilla beans come in a variety of sizes so they need to be measured by weight. For a single fold it’s 8 oz alcohol to 1 oz beans, for a double fold it’s 2 oz of beans. 1 oz of beans can be 1-11 beans. And it takes WAY longer than 2-3 months, although of course you can use it when you are happy with the flavor. For clear, neutral spirits it’s typically 12 months minimum. For a dark alcohol, like spiced rum, it’s typically 18-24 months. Worth the wait!

By: Katie Wells

Katie Wells — Mon, 30 Sep 2019 16:06:35 +0000

In reply to Blanca. I'll normally use Appleton rum...

By: Blanca

Blanca — Mon, 30 Sep 2019 15:44:35 +0000

In reply to Katie - Wellness Mama. Can you recommend a reliable brand to use for rum? Thank you.

By: Julie

Julie — Sat, 07 Sep 2019 23:51:09 +0000

In reply to Amy. Thank you for this. I just bought ONE bean thinking that would work and all the recipes I'm finding are saying 7-8 beans!!! Um...how is that saving money exactly? Vanilla beans in my neck of the woods are $8 each!

By: Pat

Pat — Wed, 19 Dec 2018 18:44:40 +0000

Hi,
Thank you for the great article!
Can I ask where you got the great flip-top bottle with the glass handle built in?
Beautiful! And the vanilla turned out best-ever!
Pat

By: Becca

Becca — Sat, 08 Sep 2018 20:50:25 +0000

Do you have to preserve it? Store bought extract has an expiration date.

By: sheetal

sheetal — Sat, 28 Jul 2018 02:47:42 +0000

were we get vanilla seed?

By: Josh

Josh — Wed, 21 Mar 2018 18:42:52 +0000

How long can you keep reusing the vanilla beans before losing flavor?

By: Venus Childress

Venus Childress — Mon, 19 Mar 2018 05:14:08 +0000

In reply to Aleycia. Apparently the many storms last year damaged the vanilla drops all over the world. This is what has caused the enormous price increase in vanilla. At least, this is what my friend told me.

By: Wellness Mama

Wellness Mama — Fri, 23 Feb 2018 21:53:45 +0000

In reply to Nancy. Ideally dark colored glass.

By: Nancy

Nancy — Fri, 23 Feb 2018 17:11:00 +0000

Will a quart jar work or does it need to be a dark colored glass for making vanilla?

By: Wellness Mama

Wellness Mama — Thu, 22 Feb 2018 04:19:00 +0000

In reply to Nancy. I found that one at a thrift store!

By: Nancy

Nancy — Thu, 22 Feb 2018 03:24:54 +0000

Where do you get your bottles for your vanilla?

By: Tosin

Tosin — Sun, 18 Feb 2018 06:21:31 +0000

Can I use dry gin instead of the other liquor listed above

By: Wellness Mama

Wellness Mama — Mon, 23 Oct 2017 03:35:59 +0000

I like this pre-made vanilla extract.

By: Aleycia

Aleycia — Sat, 21 Oct 2017 23:10:00 +0000

Hi Katie,
I recently needed to buy more vanilla beans to make fresh vanilla extract. I last bought vanilla beans in 2014 (1lb. Grade B Tahitian beans on Amazon for $50.) The prices I am finding now are $300-500+ for 1lb. of vanilla beans (Tahitian and Madagascar varieties). Holy Smokes! Is it better to make my own, or purchase high quality already made? Do you have a more affordable source you recommend? I am all about Fair Trade, but I can’t afford these prices.