The golden rule serves as a reminder that what hurts us hurts others, and that what heals us, heals others. 1  In nearly all the worldâs religions, personal morality begins with this simple concept: Treat others as you would like to be treated. As such, the golden rule is perhaps the most basic of the personal virtues.
In other words, the vanilla flavor is not artificially created using wood pulp or beaver glands. Also, to be called âpure vanilla extract,â the FDA requires the product to have been made from at least 35% alcohol and 13.35 ounces of vanilla beans per gallon. More alcohol is fine, and often results in a much richer flavor. But it can be no less than 35% alcohol.
Homemade vanilla extract takes just two ingredients â vanilla beans and alcohol â and you can be as straightforward or creative as you like. Though it does take a bit of patience as you wait for the alcohol to extract the flavor from the beans, the delicious results are well worth it.odka has the most neutral flavor, but you can also use bourbon, brandy, or rum to create unique extracts. There's no need to use a top-shelf or high-proof alcohol when making vanilla extract. An inexpensive 40% (80 proof) alcohol will work just fine.