🟢 Difficulty: Easy
⏰ Time: 5 minutes preparation (plus 6 weeks infusion)
🧂 Ingredients
- 750ml bottle of 80 proof (40% alcohol) vodka
- 10 vanilla pods
👩🍳 Method
- 🔪 Slit the vanilla pods and scrape out the seeds. Add seeds to the vodka.
- 🥄 Add all the empty vanilla pods into the bottle of vodka.
- 🍶 Cap the bottle and shake vigorously.
- 🕯 Store in a dark, cool place for 6 weeks. Shake the bottle weekly to mix and infuse.
- ✅ After 6 weeks, your vanilla essence is ready. Longer infusion (6–12 months) strengthens the flavor.
💡 Tip: The essence improves over time, so patience gives the best vanilla aroma and taste.

