Homemade Vanilla Vodka
Every home bar needs a bottle of homemade vanilla vodka. Make it with vanilla extract in a pinch or brew up a longer infusion for optimal vanilla flavor.
Servings 16 ounces
Calories 70kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups vodka
- 1 vanilla bean
Instructions
- Add plain vodka to a 16-ounce bottle or jar.
- Drop in the vanilla bean.
- Store in a cool, dry place for 1 week to infuse. Shake daily or every other day.
- Remove and discard the vanilla bean.
Notes
How to substitute vanilla extract: Add 2 teaspoons of high-quality vanilla extract to the vodka to make a quick vanilla vodka. The flavor will not be as ideal or strong as the infusion, though. You may also use clear imitation vanilla, but keep in mind it is a flavoring, not real vanilla.
For larger quantities: Use 1 vanilla pod for every 2 cups vodka.
Variations
Sweet vanilla vodka: Add plain simple syrup to the vodka. Use 1-2 ounces per cup of vodka, to taste. Spiced vanilla vodka: You can add other whole spices into the infusion, à la spiced rum. Try cinnamon sticks, ginger, cloves and star anise. Clear vanilla vodka: Both vanilla beans and regular vanilla extract will give off a slight amber color. If you want to keep the color perfectly clear, use clear imitation vanilla instead. Lemon vanilla vodka: Add a piece of lemon zest to the mix to add a hint of citrus flavor. Orange zest or lime zest works too. Vanilla tequila: Feel free to use other spirits like tequila or mezcal for an extra special spirit. You can also use rum or bourbon in this recipe. The sky is the limit!Nutrition
Serving: 1ounce | Calories: 70kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.1g | Fat: 0.05g | Sodium: 0.3mg | Potassium: 0.3mg | Iron: 0.003mg
