If your taste buds don't love vodka, then feel free to use either rum or bourbon. I prefer a non-spice, medium-colored rum for a balanced overall flavor. While the vanilla extract doesn't taste much like vodka once it has been fully infused, you're welcome to try rum if that's what you're leaning towards. Consider making a big batch, since you seem to use it by the bottle-full!
October 7, 2019 at 4:54pm
In reply to I’m making homemade vanilla… by Deanna Jageman… (not verified)
If your taste buds don't love vodka, then feel free to use either rum or bourbon. I prefer a non-spice, medium-colored rum for a balanced overall flavor. While the vanilla extract doesn't taste much like vodka once it has been fully infused, you're welcome to try rum if that's what you're leaning towards. Consider making a big batch, since you seem to use it by the bottle-full!