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		<title><![CDATA[By: Rob (Beanilla)]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-63</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Rob (Beanilla)]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 24 May 2012 07:39:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[They do make great gifts!  Especially around the Holiday's.  Jamie from MyBakingAddiction has Free Downloadable labels for your homemade extract.  You can <a href="http://www.mybakingaddiction.com/holiday-gift-idea-bottling-vanilla-extract-with-a-free-printable/" rel="nofollow">
<strong>download them here</strong></a>]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[They do make great gifts!  Especially around the Holiday's.  Jamie from MyBakingAddiction has Free Downloadable labels for your homemade extract.  You can <a href="http://www.mybakingaddiction.com/holiday-gift-idea-bottling-vanilla-extract-with-a-free-printable/" rel="nofollow">
<strong>download them here</strong></a>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Marla]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-62</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Marla]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 24 May 2012 11:33:36 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Looking forward to trying this - what a great gift idea!]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Looking forward to trying this - what a great gift idea!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Fairtrade Organic Vanilla]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-69</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Fairtrade Organic Vanilla]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 07 Jun 2012 07:14:41 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hi Brent,

This is a fantastic. Thanks so much for posting it!

All the best, Alex]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Hi Brent,

This is a fantastic. Thanks so much for posting it!

All the best, Alex]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: WendyK]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-76</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WendyK]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jun 2012 16:11:28 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Planning on making this extract for Christmas, and love the square stopper bottles.  I'm wondering if clear glass is ok to use for extracts?  Also, I thought I'd blend Bourbon, Mexican and Tahiti beans with bourbon, just because I like it better, and thought the blend of beans would give it more dimension! Can't wait to try it.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Planning on making this extract for Christmas, and love the square stopper bottles.  I'm wondering if clear glass is ok to use for extracts?  Also, I thought I'd blend Bourbon, Mexican and Tahiti beans with bourbon, just because I like it better, and thought the blend of beans would give it more dimension! Can't wait to try it.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: terry womack]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-77</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[terry womack]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 16 Jun 2012 21:50:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[just recieved my 10 madagasacar beans yesterday.  came back to the site to be sure I had the bean to liquor ratio correct. Beans look so fresh and wonderful. Can't wait to put my vanilla extract together and start using it.  Appreciate the value of the beans and glass jars.  I will be back for more.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[just recieved my 10 madagasacar beans yesterday.  came back to the site to be sure I had the bean to liquor ratio correct. Beans look so fresh and wonderful. Can't wait to put my vanilla extract together and start using it.  Appreciate the value of the beans and glass jars.  I will be back for more.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Robyn S.]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-78</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Robyn S.]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 18 Jun 2012 12:19:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Am so excited about making homemade vanilla extract.  One question - should the beans be discarded after the extraction process is complete?  Or, is it possible to use whatever's left for something else?  
]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Am so excited about making homemade vanilla extract.  One question - should the beans be discarded after the extraction process is complete?  Or, is it possible to use whatever's left for something else?  
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Rob (Beanilla)]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-80</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Rob (Beanilla)]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 18 Jun 2012 15:08:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[@WendyK - Just keep your bottle stored in a cool dark place and it will be just fine. Amber and Cobalt colored bottles block out UV light that can damage the contents, but more than likely your extract will be stored in the cupboard/pantry where than won't be an issue.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[@WendyK - Just keep your bottle stored in a cool dark place and it will be just fine. Amber and Cobalt colored bottles block out UV light that can damage the contents, but more than likely your extract will be stored in the cupboard/pantry where than won't be an issue.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Rob (Beanilla)]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-81</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Rob (Beanilla)]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 18 Jun 2012 15:21:35 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[@Robyn S.
I personally leave the vanilla beans in the extract container and do not take them out. Like fine wine, the contents will get better with age. If the beans are left in, just top the container off with more alcohol as you use the vanilla extract for baking. This is an economical way to make your extract last for years! However, it will start to thin out after awhile, but you can always just drop in another vanilla bean or two and it will be back up to strength.

If you do decide to take the beans out of the extract mixture, do not discard them! Simply throw them in with a cup of sugar and after a few weeks... Vanilla Sugar!]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[@Robyn S.
I personally leave the vanilla beans in the extract container and do not take them out. Like fine wine, the contents will get better with age. If the beans are left in, just top the container off with more alcohol as you use the vanilla extract for baking. This is an economical way to make your extract last for years! However, it will start to thin out after awhile, but you can always just drop in another vanilla bean or two and it will be back up to strength.

If you do decide to take the beans out of the extract mixture, do not discard them! Simply throw them in with a cup of sugar and after a few weeks... Vanilla Sugar!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Brent]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-85</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brent]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 22 Jun 2012 06:10:13 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hi Tracy, Great question.  If you have 3 vanilla beans I would recommend putting them in a 4 or 5 ounce jar and filling it with 70 proof alcohol. The 100 proof alcohol will also work well, in fact, the extra alcohol will provide more "extracting power" so you can add more vanilla beans for the same volume of alcohol. This will provide a stronger extract.

In general, the rule of thumb is 5 vanilla beans per 8 ounces of 70 proof alcohol. If you would like to make 1 pint of vanilla extract, 10 beans would be recommended.

Hope you enjoy!]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Hi Tracy, Great question.  If you have 3 vanilla beans I would recommend putting them in a 4 or 5 ounce jar and filling it with 70 proof alcohol. The 100 proof alcohol will also work well, in fact, the extra alcohol will provide more "extracting power" so you can add more vanilla beans for the same volume of alcohol. This will provide a stronger extract.

In general, the rule of thumb is 5 vanilla beans per 8 ounces of 70 proof alcohol. If you would like to make 1 pint of vanilla extract, 10 beans would be recommended.

Hope you enjoy!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Brent]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-86</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brent]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 22 Jun 2012 06:16:27 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Thank you very much for the order! The sampler package is a great way to sample many very unique varieties of vanilla. If you received the sampler with 3 beans of each, this will be great for a 4-5 ounce bottle of extract. I would recommend using 70 proof vodka. Vodka is great because it will not add any additional flavors to the extract. This will allow the true flavor of each type of vanilla to really shine! It will also make it easier to compare each variety. Please keep us posted on this, I am very interested to learn what you think of each type.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Thank you very much for the order! The sampler package is a great way to sample many very unique varieties of vanilla. If you received the sampler with 3 beans of each, this will be great for a 4-5 ounce bottle of extract. I would recommend using 70 proof vodka. Vodka is great because it will not add any additional flavors to the extract. This will allow the true flavor of each type of vanilla to really shine! It will also make it easier to compare each variety. Please keep us posted on this, I am very interested to learn what you think of each type.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Tracey]]></title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Tracey]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 22 Jun 2012 09:51:35 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Rob,
I bought your sample package of vanilla beans and plan on making extract out of all of them. First question, can you make extract without alcohol, also when making with alcohol, what goes best with each type of bean?]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Rob,
I bought your sample package of vanilla beans and plan on making extract out of all of them. First question, can you make extract without alcohol, also when making with alcohol, what goes best with each type of bean?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Tracey]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-84</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Tracey]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 22 Jun 2012 09:55:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[What if I only have 3 beans and put them in a pint jar, how much alcohol do I use, plus I was told to use 100 proof not low proof.  Which is better?]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[What if I only have 3 beans and put them in a pint jar, how much alcohol do I use, plus I was told to use 100 proof not low proof.  Which is better?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Claudia Rivera]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-93</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Claudia Rivera]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jul 2012 16:56:19 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I bought a pound of Madagascar vanilla beans from this site a few months back. Unfortunately, I did not search your site first to find out how to make my own vanilla extract at home. The site that I found said to put in the whole vanilla beans unsliced for eight weeks and after 8 weeks to remove the vanilla beans and remove one end and press the beans out into the alcohol. My question is what is the safest way to remove the vanilla beans from the alcohol bottle without contaminating or affecting the extraction process. My 8 week time period is 3 weeks away. Please help. Thank you.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[I bought a pound of Madagascar vanilla beans from this site a few months back. Unfortunately, I did not search your site first to find out how to make my own vanilla extract at home. The site that I found said to put in the whole vanilla beans unsliced for eight weeks and after 8 weeks to remove the vanilla beans and remove one end and press the beans out into the alcohol. My question is what is the safest way to remove the vanilla beans from the alcohol bottle without contaminating or affecting the extraction process. My 8 week time period is 3 weeks away. Please help. Thank you.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Gail]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-101</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Gail]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jul 2012 22:34:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I have been making that for years.  It is so good!]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[I have been making that for years.  It is so good!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Rhonda]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-106</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Rhonda]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jul 2012 23:33:43 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I wonder if you could use this same concept to make Almond Extract or Peppermint Extract, etc.... Vodka and Peppermint sticks, or Vodka and Almonds....]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[I wonder if you could use this same concept to make Almond Extract or Peppermint Extract, etc.... Vodka and Peppermint sticks, or Vodka and Almonds....]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Marie McG]]></title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Marie McG]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Aug 2012 00:07:48 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[**The purpose behind using a "lower grade" vodka is that the more expensive vodkas use special characteristics/flavors to make them unique. You don't want those characteristics/flavors in your vanilla extract. You want ONLY the vanilla flavor, nothing else.
**For almond extract: You need 12 raw almonds, 16 oz of vodka, and a dark, 16 oz bottle to make the extract in. Put almonds in jar, pour the vodka over the almonds and fill the bottle. Shake mixture every 3-4 days  (Don't remove the lids)  for 8 weeks. 
]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[**The purpose behind using a "lower grade" vodka is that the more expensive vodkas use special characteristics/flavors to make them unique. You don't want those characteristics/flavors in your vanilla extract. You want ONLY the vanilla flavor, nothing else.
**For almond extract: You need 12 raw almonds, 16 oz of vodka, and a dark, 16 oz bottle to make the extract in. Put almonds in jar, pour the vodka over the almonds and fill the bottle. Shake mixture every 3-4 days  (Don't remove the lids)  for 8 weeks. 
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Susan]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-114</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Susan]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 04 Aug 2012 07:58:33 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I would love to make my own vanilla extract but I find that the beans are awfully expensive....what does everyone else think?]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[I would love to make my own vanilla extract but I find that the beans are awfully expensive....what does everyone else think?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Beverly DiBenedetti]]></title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Beverly DiBenedetti]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 04 Aug 2012 08:27:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I can hardly wait to make the vanilla recipe for Christmas gifts.  I have Barrets disease and am not able to have any alcohol, but I would like to thank you for the wonderful recipe.

Sincerely,
Beverly]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[I can hardly wait to make the vanilla recipe for Christmas gifts.  I have Barrets disease and am not able to have any alcohol, but I would like to thank you for the wonderful recipe.

Sincerely,
Beverly]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Ruth]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-122</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Ruth]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 05 Aug 2012 22:47:28 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Yes Vanilla beans are pricey but I use to use vanilla bean paste. That was 16.99 foe a 2 ounce bottle. Vanilla made with  Bourbon, ans that was 14.99 a 2 ounce bottle.  If you make your own you need enough Liquid to cover the beans, so you will get more then the 2 ounces that I am paying 14.99 to 16.99 for. I make mine in August and leave it sit in my spice cabinet until baking for the holidays. And, people who get my baked items want to know how I get so much vanilla taste into my baked goods. It is well worth the time and expense...  ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Yes Vanilla beans are pricey but I use to use vanilla bean paste. That was 16.99 foe a 2 ounce bottle. Vanilla made with  Bourbon, ans that was 14.99 a 2 ounce bottle.  If you make your own you need enough Liquid to cover the beans, so you will get more then the 2 ounces that I am paying 14.99 to 16.99 for. I make mine in August and leave it sit in my spice cabinet until baking for the holidays. And, people who get my baked items want to know how I get so much vanilla taste into my baked goods. It is well worth the time and expense...  ]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: ginny]]></title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[ginny]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Aug 2012 20:29:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I purchased the vanilla beans last fall and made vanilla extract for myself and as christmas gifts.  It is the best vanilla extract.  You can definetly taste the difference.  I also made vanilla sugar (great to add to coffee or strawberries) and khalua.  I've given some beans to a friend who is going to make orange,creamsicle cello (not sure I spelled that right).]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[I purchased the vanilla beans last fall and made vanilla extract for myself and as christmas gifts.  It is the best vanilla extract.  You can definetly taste the difference.  I also made vanilla sugar (great to add to coffee or strawberries) and khalua.  I've given some beans to a friend who is going to make orange,creamsicle cello (not sure I spelled that right).]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Jennifer]]></title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jennifer]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Aug 2012 14:12:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When your vanilla is ready, take a couple of the beans out and put them in a mason jar and fill with sugar.  Turn the jar every couple days and in a month you will have THE most wonderful vanilla sugar to cook with!

Also, if you have a vita mix or high speed blender you can whizz up a couple of your used beans in the extract to make it darker and more flavorful.


Keep your beans in the bottle of vodka for just a couple of weeks and add a little sugar and you have a vanilla vodka that will outdo any brand name!

Enjoy!]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[When your vanilla is ready, take a couple of the beans out and put them in a mason jar and fill with sugar.  Turn the jar every couple days and in a month you will have THE most wonderful vanilla sugar to cook with!

Also, if you have a vita mix or high speed blender you can whizz up a couple of your used beans in the extract to make it darker and more flavorful.


Keep your beans in the bottle of vodka for just a couple of weeks and add a little sugar and you have a vanilla vodka that will outdo any brand name!

Enjoy!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: sheila]]></title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[sheila]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Aug 2012 17:12:47 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Will it be ok to use pure grain alcohol instead of vodka to make the vanilla extract?]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Will it be ok to use pure grain alcohol instead of vodka to make the vanilla extract?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Brent (Beanilla)]]></title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brent (Beanilla)]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Aug 2012 18:01:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[@sheila
Pure grain alcohol is fine for the extraction process. After the extraction is complete, I would suggest diluting the product at least 50% to make it similar to a standard single fold extract. If you dilute the extract by at least 50%, you should then use 2X the number of vanilla beans.

So if you would like to make 16 oz of extract, use 8 oz pure grain alcohol and at least 10 vanilla beans. Wait 6-8 weeks, then add 8 oz water.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[@sheila
Pure grain alcohol is fine for the extraction process. After the extraction is complete, I would suggest diluting the product at least 50% to make it similar to a standard single fold extract. If you dilute the extract by at least 50%, you should then use 2X the number of vanilla beans.

So if you would like to make 16 oz of extract, use 8 oz pure grain alcohol and at least 10 vanilla beans. Wait 6-8 weeks, then add 8 oz water.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Ivonova]]></title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Ivonova]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 2012 23:25:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I did this about 25 years ago and I still have the same beans in the same German vodka bottle.  I just add a bit of vodka as the level drops and by the time I need it again, it has aged and mellowed into a lovely flavor and scent.  I am thinking of adding another bean or two because the color is getting a little less brown.  Twenty-five years on the same bottle of vanilla?  I defy anyone to match me with "store bought."]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[I did this about 25 years ago and I still have the same beans in the same German vodka bottle.  I just add a bit of vodka as the level drops and by the time I need it again, it has aged and mellowed into a lovely flavor and scent.  I am thinking of adding another bean or two because the color is getting a little less brown.  Twenty-five years on the same bottle of vanilla?  I defy anyone to match me with "store bought."]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: linda clarke]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-193</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[linda clarke]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 02 Sep 2012 10:36:15 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I discovered this web site and saw the 25 beans for $25. I am anxious how my batch will turn out, however I didn't use vodka but scotch whiskey. 
On hand I have 2 different rums. Dominican and Bahama coconut rum. Anyone experimented w/ flavored rum? Reading earlier post to steer away from flavored vodka due to the makeup flavor. Maybe the same?]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[I discovered this web site and saw the 25 beans for $25. I am anxious how my batch will turn out, however I didn't use vodka but scotch whiskey. 
On hand I have 2 different rums. Dominican and Bahama coconut rum. Anyone experimented w/ flavored rum? Reading earlier post to steer away from flavored vodka due to the makeup flavor. Maybe the same?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: JOANNA SHOEMAKER]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-200</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[JOANNA SHOEMAKER]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 04 Sep 2012 10:48:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I'm SO EXCITED to get my Vanilla Beans.  I ordered the 25 for $25 Madagascar beans.  I plan to make extract to put into gift baskets for family this Christmas.  I'm trying to save money & believe a gift from the heart & "homemade" is more special (and hopefully, more memorable) than a "bought gift" that they may or may not want or use!  I purchased my bottles from a different site (due to cost) and the total (w/shipping) was only $64.70.  So...24 bottles of 4 oz. extract will only be $2.70 each (not including the Vodka...I haven't purchased it yet)!!!  What a value!  I'm confident it'll be much better than store bought extract!  Thanks for such a great blog and all the information you provide...it’s GREAT!!!]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[I'm SO EXCITED to get my Vanilla Beans.  I ordered the 25 for $25 Madagascar beans.  I plan to make extract to put into gift baskets for family this Christmas.  I'm trying to save money & believe a gift from the heart & "homemade" is more special (and hopefully, more memorable) than a "bought gift" that they may or may not want or use!  I purchased my bottles from a different site (due to cost) and the total (w/shipping) was only $64.70.  So...24 bottles of 4 oz. extract will only be $2.70 each (not including the Vodka...I haven't purchased it yet)!!!  What a value!  I'm confident it'll be much better than store bought extract!  Thanks for such a great blog and all the information you provide...it’s GREAT!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: JOANNA SHOEMAKER]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-201</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[JOANNA SHOEMAKER]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 04 Sep 2012 10:51:33 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[For those of you who are making "extract" what color of bottles are you using to store it in...clear, amber or another color?  I ordered amber b/c I had heard once that it should be stored in a dark bottle (plus, when you purchase it in the store, it most always comes in an amber colored bottle).  I was just curious!  Thanks for any comments/feedback!]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[For those of you who are making "extract" what color of bottles are you using to store it in...clear, amber or another color?  I ordered amber b/c I had heard once that it should be stored in a dark bottle (plus, when you purchase it in the store, it most always comes in an amber colored bottle).  I was just curious!  Thanks for any comments/feedback!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Deborah Chase]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-207</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Deborah Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 07 Sep 2012 21:48:35 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Just received my beans today, 10 Madagascar and 5 Tahitian and they smell absolutely wonderful.   I've made extract in the past and there is no comparing to the store bought, so I decided to make and give some as gifts this Christmas.  I was going to use a large clear canning jar but Pinnacle has such a pretty blue bottle that I decided that would work just fine to store the extract in until it's ready.   Looking forward using and giving this for the holidays this year.  Thanks Beanilla!]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Just received my beans today, 10 Madagascar and 5 Tahitian and they smell absolutely wonderful.   I've made extract in the past and there is no comparing to the store bought, so I decided to make and give some as gifts this Christmas.  I was going to use a large clear canning jar but Pinnacle has such a pretty blue bottle that I decided that would work just fine to store the extract in until it's ready.   Looking forward using and giving this for the holidays this year.  Thanks Beanilla!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: LESLIE S VAUGHAN]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-205</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[LESLIE S VAUGHAN]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 07 Sep 2012 21:56:18 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I like using the round amber bottles.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[I like using the round amber bottles.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Donna Gibbons]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-230</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Donna Gibbons]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Sep 2012 10:55:27 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Some recipes tell you to scrape the beans out and then add the pod and to heat the alcohol.  Is there a difference.  Last year I followed your recipe and did not scrape the beans out and the vanilla seemed to turn out fine.  Should I scrape the beans out or not?]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Some recipes tell you to scrape the beans out and then add the pod and to heat the alcohol.  Is there a difference.  Last year I followed your recipe and did not scrape the beans out and the vanilla seemed to turn out fine.  Should I scrape the beans out or not?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Rob (Beanilla)]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-231</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Rob (Beanilla)]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Sep 2012 12:05:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[@Donna - There is no need to scrape out the Vanilla Beans. Just slice the vanilla beans lengthwise and leave the ends intact. Scraping the beans just makes it harder to filter out all the sediment and vanilla seeds (that is if you decide to filter). Personally, I leave the sliced beans in my extract and never take the beans out. I don't mind if there is a little bit of seeds in my extract when I bake - it gives the appearance of using whole vanilla beans.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[@Donna - There is no need to scrape out the Vanilla Beans. Just slice the vanilla beans lengthwise and leave the ends intact. Scraping the beans just makes it harder to filter out all the sediment and vanilla seeds (that is if you decide to filter). Personally, I leave the sliced beans in my extract and never take the beans out. I don't mind if there is a little bit of seeds in my extract when I bake - it gives the appearance of using whole vanilla beans.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Mary Anne Cottignies]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-237</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Mary Anne Cottignies]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Sep 2012 21:55:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Easy as pie, put your beans in the bottle of vodka. No one after a few weeks in the cabinet will mistake it for liquor - it is pure heaven. I have used the same bottle for years, add a bean or two every year or so, it is great!]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Easy as pie, put your beans in the bottle of vodka. No one after a few weeks in the cabinet will mistake it for liquor - it is pure heaven. I have used the same bottle for years, add a bean or two every year or so, it is great!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Yavonna ]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-285</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Yavonna ]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Oct 2012 16:00:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[i have a question .. if my bottle are not tall enough for the whole bean to fit in can i cut them in half ?? ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[i have a question .. if my bottle are not tall enough for the whole bean to fit in can i cut them in half ?? ]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Rob (Beanilla)]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-286</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Rob (Beanilla)]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Oct 2012 16:18:21 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[@Yavonna

Cutting the vanilla beans will work just fine. You need to decide if you want to leave the vanilla beans in your extract, or take them out after 8 weeks. Chopping the vanilla beans up just makes it a little more difficult to remove the beans. Otherwise, chopping them up is method preferred by many. Depending on the bottle, I like to leave the ends intact with a simple slice down the middle of the bean.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[@Yavonna

Cutting the vanilla beans will work just fine. You need to decide if you want to leave the vanilla beans in your extract, or take them out after 8 weeks. Chopping the vanilla beans up just makes it a little more difficult to remove the beans. Otherwise, chopping them up is method preferred by many. Depending on the bottle, I like to leave the ends intact with a simple slice down the middle of the bean.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Michelle]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-289</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Michelle]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 05 Oct 2012 14:02:10 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I was delighted to find the 25 for $25 + free shipping special on the Madagascar beans - I have a bottle in my cupboard that's been happily marinating for a couple months (I forgot it was there...). It's bourbon with two beans that I paid $30 for total, alcohol plus beans, so it seemed a bit expensive. This will be far more economical and in perfect time to make it before the holidays!

Now I gotta get home and try out my mixture, see how it's going!]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[I was delighted to find the 25 for $25 + free shipping special on the Madagascar beans - I have a bottle in my cupboard that's been happily marinating for a couple months (I forgot it was there...). It's bourbon with two beans that I paid $30 for total, alcohol plus beans, so it seemed a bit expensive. This will be far more economical and in perfect time to make it before the holidays!

Now I gotta get home and try out my mixture, see how it's going!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: SK]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-303</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[SK]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Oct 2012 11:00:54 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I have a question.  Some of the online vanilla extract recipes call for heating the vodka before pouring it back in the bottle and adding the vanilla beans.  Yours does not.  Is one method different/better than the other?  Does it matter if you heat the vodka?  My Madagascar beans should be here tomorrow.  I can't wait to start!  Thanks for the help.  sk]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[I have a question.  Some of the online vanilla extract recipes call for heating the vodka before pouring it back in the bottle and adding the vanilla beans.  Yours does not.  Is one method different/better than the other?  Does it matter if you heat the vodka?  My Madagascar beans should be here tomorrow.  I can't wait to start!  Thanks for the help.  sk]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Sally]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-324</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sally]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Oct 2012 22:36:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I just learned about your site from the new America's Test Kitchen D.I.Y. cookbook. It includes a recipe for making vanilla extract and mentioned Beanilla as a good source. However, their recipe does involve scraping the beans and heating them prior to infusing them in the vodka. Your thoughts? BTW, I will be placing an order soon, not just for vanilla beans but also for your coconut extract, which has me very intrigued! It's the only non-artificial coconut extract I've ever encountered. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[I just learned about your site from the new America's Test Kitchen D.I.Y. cookbook. It includes a recipe for making vanilla extract and mentioned Beanilla as a good source. However, their recipe does involve scraping the beans and heating them prior to infusing them in the vodka. Your thoughts? BTW, I will be placing an order soon, not just for vanilla beans but also for your coconut extract, which has me very intrigued! It's the only non-artificial coconut extract I've ever encountered. ]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Connie]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-334</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Connie]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 13 Oct 2012 22:02:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We have made two "1 gallon" batches of delicious vanilla with 35 Madagascar vanilla beans and cheap vodka.  How many times can you reuse the vanilla beans?  Any experiences to share?  Plan to use bottles of vanilla as gifts this year!]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[We have made two "1 gallon" batches of delicious vanilla with 35 Madagascar vanilla beans and cheap vodka.  How many times can you reuse the vanilla beans?  Any experiences to share?  Plan to use bottles of vanilla as gifts this year!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Brenda]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-346</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brenda]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Oct 2012 13:32:41 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I have 24-8oz bottles of homemade vanilla extract "marinating"  right now and enough beans to make that many again. Easy gifts for the coming  holidays.  I like making baked goods and adding a bottle of the extract with them in a basket for friends and family. I'm intrigued by your description of how to make almond extract. I think I will make that next and add both to my gift baskets. Thank you for a very informative site!]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[I have 24-8oz bottles of homemade vanilla extract "marinating"  right now and enough beans to make that many again. Easy gifts for the coming  holidays.  I like making baked goods and adding a bottle of the extract with them in a basket for friends and family. I'm intrigued by your description of how to make almond extract. I think I will make that next and add both to my gift baskets. Thank you for a very informative site!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Terri]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-349</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Terri]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 16 Oct 2012 06:42:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hello,  I just complete my first batch of Vanilla Extract!  It's a hit!  My family loves it.  I have one question though, do  you know if it's legal to sell the vanilla?  A friend suggested that and I am curious.  Thanks for your help.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Hello,  I just complete my first batch of Vanilla Extract!  It's a hit!  My family loves it.  I have one question though, do  you know if it's legal to sell the vanilla?  A friend suggested that and I am curious.  Thanks for your help.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Cynthia Rockwell]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-356</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Cynthia Rockwell]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Nov 2012 15:13:34 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I am making vanilla extract for Christmas gifts. Most store bought vanilla has sugar in it. Can I add sugar to the vanilla beans and vodka? I'm using 8 oz. bottles. How much sugar can be added?
Thank you.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[I am making vanilla extract for Christmas gifts. Most store bought vanilla has sugar in it. Can I add sugar to the vanilla beans and vodka? I'm using 8 oz. bottles. How much sugar can be added?
Thank you.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Brent]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-365</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brent]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Jan 2013 16:35:20 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hi Jacquelyn,

Absolutely! You can cut the vanilla bean in as many pieces as needed to make it fit. Also, be sure to cut the bean in half lengthwise so that the center of the bean is fully exposed to the alcohol.

I hope this helps! Please let us know how your extract turns out.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Hi Jacquelyn,

Absolutely! You can cut the vanilla bean in as many pieces as needed to make it fit. Also, be sure to cut the bean in half lengthwise so that the center of the bean is fully exposed to the alcohol.

I hope this helps! Please let us know how your extract turns out.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Brent]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-366</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brent]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Jan 2013 16:38:31 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Another great question! Both types of alcohol will work great, but we prefer using vodka. This will really let the true flavor and aroma of the vanilla beans shine.  That being said, it might be fun to make a mini-batch of extract with the cognac to see how it turns out. 2.5-3 beans would be suitable for 4 ounces.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Another great question! Both types of alcohol will work great, but we prefer using vodka. This will really let the true flavor and aroma of the vanilla beans shine.  That being said, it might be fun to make a mini-batch of extract with the cognac to see how it turns out. 2.5-3 beans would be suitable for 4 ounces.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Jacquelyn Rodriguez]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-363</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jacquelyn Rodriguez]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Jan 2013 20:37:14 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The glass mason jar I have is way shorter than the length of the vanilla bean. Can I cut it in half or bend it? I want to know what I can do since I can't take back the jars I have, nor can I buy any new jars at the moment. Help please?]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The glass mason jar I have is way shorter than the length of the vanilla bean. Can I cut it in half or bend it? I want to know what I can do since I can't take back the jars I have, nor can I buy any new jars at the moment. Help please?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[By: Jacquelyn Rodriguez]]></title>
		<link>http://www.beanilla.com/blog/homemade-vanilla-extract/comment-page-1#comment-364</link>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jacquelyn Rodriguez]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Jan 2013 20:44:28 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Also, I have enough left over beans to make a batch for myself after gifting. I wanted to experiment with something other than vodka. I'm under 21, so I'm a bit limited when it comes to what kind of alcohol I can use. Currently, I have a choice between the rest of the vodka my mom bought or some cognac no one ever drinks. It's the Hennessy Black Variety. Is this okay to use instead?]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Also, I have enough left over beans to make a batch for myself after gifting. I wanted to experiment with something other than vodka. I'm under 21, so I'm a bit limited when it comes to what kind of alcohol I can use. Currently, I have a choice between the rest of the vodka my mom bought or some cognac no one ever drinks. It's the Hennessy Black Variety. Is this okay to use instead?]]></content:encoded>
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