20 Grade B Madagascar vanilla beans
1 Liter 80proof Vodka
8 4oz bottles washed and sanitized
Split beans lengthwise
Add 2.5 to 3 beans to each bottle
Cut beans in 1/2 or 1/4 (need to ensure they will be fully submerged in bottles)
Top with Vodka
Lable bottle with bottled date.
Store in cool dark place
Shake from time to time
3 months: ready to use
6 months: even better
12+ months: best
You can reuse beans by topping off with more vodka unlimited times, but they will lose potency.
Vanilla beans have a shelf life of up to two years if you store them properly, but you should plan to use them within eight months for the best flavor and freshness. Prioritize keeping your vanilla beans in an airtight container in a cool, dry place at room temperature.
The number of vanilla beans in an ounce can vary depending on the size of the beans. However, on average, there are between 6 and 8 vanilla beans in an ounce. A seven to nine-inch vanilla bean will weigh about five grams. If the beans are smaller, about three grams each, then there are about 9.45 vanilla beans in an ounce.
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