Vanilla Extract Barrel

Experiment with crafting your own barrel-aged pure vanilla extract, and you'll likely never turn to store-bought options again. Whether enhancing sweet or savory dishes, simple or elaborate, vanilla's delightful aromatic essence delicately elevates each flavor it touches. 

THE RECIPE …
• 1 L Oak Vanilla Barrel
• 1 Qt 80 Proof Vodka, Bourbon or Rum … or wherever your imagination takes you …
• Vanilla Beans
for 1X Strength – 24 Vanilla Beans (96 gms / 3.2 oz)
for 2X Strength – 48 Vanilla Beans (192 gms / 6.8 oz) – (when cooking, use only ½ the
amount of vanilla that the recipe calls for)
• 1 tsp Corn Syrup (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS…
• Put finely chopped beans into prepared/swelled barrel.
• Pour Vodka (or base liquor of your choice – bourbon, rum etc.) into the barrel and stir – you
may add optional corn syrup, if desired.
• Fit bung snugly into the barrel for an airtight closure.
• Store in a cool place for one month to allow the extraction to take place.
• Placing your hand over the bung to hold it in place, gently shake or swirl barrel once a week.
• When vanilla has aged to your personal taste, remove and decant. You may keep the vanilla I
your barrel – just remember it will give some vanilla to the “angels share” … monthly, add and
top off with liquor to compensate.
• You will be able to start using your extract in approximately 4-6 weeks.
• Your vanilla will last for years.

Barrel arrives complete with spigot, low profile stand, and 2" bung.