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In that we have already provided the definitive answer to this question elsewhere (relying on rum extract), we assume your follow-up is seeking a non-alcoholic substitute for rum (as extracts can be as alcoholic as or more alcoholic than the spirits they replace).
Vanilla Extract Recipe. First you need premium grade vanilla beans to get a good product. (Not the dried up ones you find in the stores sometimes). Not all vanilla beans are created the same! Ingredients: 2 Cups (16 oz.) vodka. Vodka is my preference but you may also use brandy.6 Vanilla Beans. You can easily cut this recipe in half and use 3 vanilla beans and 1 cup of vodka, brandy or rum.You can use any kind of bottle you want, but I do recommend glass.irst you need premium grade vanilla beans to get a good product. (Not the dried up ones you find in the stores sometimes). Not all vanilla beans are created the same! Ingredients: 2 Cups (16 oz.) vodka. Vodka is my preference but you may also use brandy.