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    Vanilla Vodka Recipe

    Published: Mar 12, 2022 · Modified: Jan 21, 2023 by Emily · This post may contain affiliate links · 19 Comments

    Make your own flavored vodka with this Vanilla Vodka Recipe. In just under 2 weeks you will end up with a delicious flavored vodka that's not overly sweet and has just the right amount of vanilla flavor.

    homemade vanilla vodka with a vanilla bean
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    Vanilla is one of my favorite flavors and it definitely has a place in the cocktail world. That being said, some flavored vodkas are too sweet and can sometimes have a fake flavoring taste.

    How do you fix that? With this Homemade Vanilla Vodka Recipe. You only need two ingredients and in less than two weeks your vanilla-infused vodka will be ready to enjoy!

    How to Make Homemade Vanilla Vodka

    1. Cut the vanilla bean in half so that it will be completely covered by the vodka.
    2. Place the 2 halves of the vanilla bean in the bottle. Carefully pour 12 ounces of vodka into the bottle.
    3. Seal the bottle and give it a nice shake. Store in a cool, dark place and shake every 1-2 days. After 14 days your homemade vanilla vodka will be ready to enjoy. Strain the vanilla beans from the vodka and store the vodka in the sealable glass bottle.
    ingredients for homemade vanilla vodka

    What type of Vanilla Beans to Use

    For vanilla-infused vodka, you can use either Grade A or Grand B vanilla beans. Grade A vanilla beans have a higher moisture content than grade B, which means the vanilla flavor will quickly infuse into a dish.

    Grade B vanilla beans are known as extract-grade beans because they often have tearing, bruising, or scarring on the pod and maybe even some scorching from the sun. These imperfections do not harm the integrity of the flavor.

    What Vodka to use for this Vanilla-Infused Recipe

    Choose a vodka you like to drink or may even consider drinking straight up. Do not buy a cheap vodka or you will end up with cheap vanilla vodka. I used Tito's vodka. I would also recommend Kettle One as another option.

    What to use this Vanilla Vodka For

    The most obvious use for this vanilla-flavored vodka is to make a cocktail with it. You can substitute vanilla vodka for regular vodka in a martini or lemon drop for example.

    Or try this Raspberry Cocktail below with vanilla vodka, raspberry liqueur, orange liqueur, and lemon juice. Add 2 oz. vodka, 1 oz raspberry liqueur, ½ oz orange liqueur, and 1 oz lemon juice to a cocktail shaker. Shake, strain, and enjoy in a sugar-rimmed glass.

    raspberry vanilla cocktail with vanilla vodka, chambord, and triple sec

    Tools Needed to Make Homemade Vanilla Vodka

    These flip-top glass bottles are the perfect container for this homemade infused vodka. They also come in handy for other homemade syrups, sauces, and liqueurs.

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    You are also going to need some vanilla beans. I used the vanilla beans below. You can get this Grade A set of 10 for a reasonable price.

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    homemade vanilla vodka with vanilla bean

    Homemade Vanilla Vodka

    5 from 43 votes
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Steeping Time: 14 days
    Total Time: 14 days 5 minutes
    Servings: 12 servings
    Calories: 65kcal
    Author: EmilyFabulous

    Equipment

    • 1 sealable glass bottle or jar

    Ingredients

    • 12 ounces vodka
    • 1 vanilla bean

    Instructions

    • Cut the vanilla bean in half so that it will be completely covered by the vodka.
    • Place the 2 halves of the vanilla bean in the bottle. Carefully pour 12 ounces of vodka into the bottle.
    • Seal the bottle and give it a nice shake. Store in a cool, dark place and shake every 1-2 days. After 14 days your homemade vanilla vodka will be ready to enjoy. Strain the vanilla beans from the vodka and store the vodka in the sealable glass bottle.

    Notes

    • This is a small batch recipe. If you want to make more, use a full bottle of vodka and 2 vanilla beans. 
    • After 12-14 days, remove the vanilla beans from the vodka or you will end up with vanilla extract. Don't throw the beans away, you can still use them for baking!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1ounce | Calories: 65kcal

    Any nutrition calculations are only estimates using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.

    Homemade Vanilla Vodka Recipe
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    Comments

    1. DAN @ Sauce Grandmaster says

      December 29, 2022 at 1:03 am

      5 stars
      Awesome, I think it'll be a hit.

      Reply
    2. Tatiana says

      March 16, 2022 at 1:16 pm

      5 stars
      I tripled the batch and it worked really well. Thanks

      Reply
      • Emily says

        March 16, 2022 at 8:15 pm

        So smart. Thanks for giving it a try!

        Reply
    3. Linda says

      March 15, 2022 at 11:13 pm

      5 stars
      Love making this vanilla vodka as a gift!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        March 16, 2022 at 8:16 pm

        So smart. Definitely make a double batch, one for you and one for a friend 😃

        Reply
    4. Stine Mari says

      March 15, 2022 at 12:18 pm

      5 stars
      Such a fabulous recipe, I’ve been thinking of making my own vanilla vodka for a while now!

      Reply
    5. Nora says

      March 14, 2022 at 11:31 am

      5 stars
      I love using vanilla vodka for my homemade advocaat. Never thought of making the vanilla vodka myself! Now I am able to do so, and it's so easy! Thank you!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        March 16, 2022 at 8:16 pm

        You are so welcome, Nora. This will be a great addition to your home bar.

        Reply
    6. nancy says

      March 14, 2022 at 9:20 am

      5 stars
      lovely weekend drink. i love the hint of vanilla

      Reply
    7. Giangi Townsend says

      March 14, 2022 at 8:39 am

      5 stars
      I love this recipe and it is so good. I use Vodka often and with the vanilla it gives it that sweet taste to it that I love.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        March 16, 2022 at 8:20 pm

        Thanks for giving it a try, Giangi!

        Reply
    8. Luke says

      March 14, 2022 at 2:44 am

      5 stars
      A fantastic vodka recipe love vanilla, and this was awesome 🙂

      Reply
      • Emily says

        March 16, 2022 at 8:17 pm

        Thanks, Luke. I'm so glad you liked it.

        Reply
    9. Jeri says

      March 13, 2022 at 10:17 pm

      5 stars
      This looks tasty! I'm adding it to my list of things to make on Spring Break!

      Reply
    10. Cindy says

      March 13, 2022 at 10:06 pm

      5 stars
      I’ll be adding this vodka vanilla recipe to my arsenal

      Reply
    11. Bernice says

      March 13, 2022 at 8:57 pm

      5 stars
      How fun! I can think of so many great cocktails to use this in.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        March 16, 2022 at 8:19 pm

        Thanks, Bernice! Share that list with me...😂 Cheers!

        Reply
    12. Alexandra says

      March 13, 2022 at 8:41 pm

      5 stars
      This is so delicious and would make a fantastic gift!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        March 16, 2022 at 8:18 pm

        Yes, I agree it would make a fantastic gift!

        Reply

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