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Create your own organic vanilla extract; make extra for family and friends. 

Vanilla Extract FAQS:

Why Grade B beans? Gorgeous grade A beans, with their plump and shiny appearance have a higher moisture content. Chefs love them, as their flavor is more easily absorbed into a dish. However, due to the higher moisture content, they have less vanillin per ounce. When we are making extract, we want the uglier, smaller, wrinkled, yet more flavorful Grade B beans.

How do I make extract? It's easy! Remove beans from jar, slice in half the long way, to expose the vanilla seeds. Put back in jar and fill jar with alcohol, making sure to completely cover beans. Shake + wait! 

How many beans do I need? Official single-fold vanilla is made with 13 oz of vanilla beans per gallon. Double-fold vanilla is twice this amount. 

  • To make 1 cup (8 fluid ounces) of single-fold extract, you will need 22 grams (0.8 oz) or 5-8 beans vanilla beans. See our DIY kit here. 
  • To make 1 quart (32 fluid ounces) of single-fold extract, you will need 93 grams (3.3 oz) or 20-30 beans. Buy bulk beans here.

What else do I need?

  • Vodka or bourbon! If you're looking for a non-alcoholic option, you can use food-grade glycerin.
  • Time! Bottle should sit 6-8 weeks; 6 months is better.

Why do I have to move my beans into an airtight container? Bulk vanilla beans are packed to order in our compostable refill bags. The compostable bags are fragile and not meant for longterm storage of your beans. The beans will dry out if not stored in an airtight container (this is not an issue and dry bean will be perfect for extract). Additionally, you can buy vanilla DIY kits shipped in glass bottles. 

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