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Homemade Vanilla + Free Printable Labels

12/01/15

I promise I’m not turning this blog into a food blog, but I couldn’t resist sharing this super easy DIY gift that’s perfect for Christmas: Homemade Vanilla! Plus you get a super cute printable to go along with it 🙂 This stuff smells absolutely amazing and lasts a long time. I kept a bottle for myself and use it in all my baking.

HOW TO MAKE HOMEMADE VANILLA

Homemade Vanilla with a free printable label

This isn’t a new or revolutionary idea by any means. Homemade Vanilla recipes have been around for quite a while, and they’re all pretty much the same. What makes each one unique, however, is the type of vanilla bean you use. And of course this pretty label that you won’t find anywhere else.

I love the idea of giving homemade gifts for Christmas, but I’m not about to repurpose a piece of furniture for all my loved ones. Sorry guys. Ain’t nobody got time for that. Vanilla was a much easier choice.

supplies to make homemade vanilla

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Ingredients for Homemade Vanilla

Vodka (any vodka will do, but I wouldn’t recommend the super cheap stuff)
Vanilla Beans (5-6 per 8 oz. bottle)

 

Supplies for Homemade Vanilla

Bottles
Funnel
Sharp Knife


One thing to remember about making pure homemade vanilla extract, is that it takes time for the vodka to be fully infused before it’s ready to use. The recommended time is 2 months, but after a month, you can open your bottles and see how strong they smell. If you plan on making these as gifts, just make sure you let your friends and family know when you bottled them, and when the vanilla will be ready.

There are so many different types of beans you can use. I went with these Madagascar Bourbon beans, and they smell SO good.

vanilla beans for homemade vanilla extract

STEP 1

Cut your vanilla beans in half length wise. I found it easiest to cut the actual bean in half first, and then slice them down the middle. Make sure you have a good, sharp knife; it will make this step much easier. And watch your fingers!

making your own homemade vanilla extract

STEP 2

Place the beans in your bottle once they’re cut and fill up each bottle with vodka. Place the top back on and then shake lightly.

how to make homemade vanilla extract

STEP 3

Then cut out your pretty labels, glue them on and you’re done. Told ya it was easy! I printed my labels out on some pretty kraft colored cardstock and glued them on using super glue which held up great!

PRINT OUT THE LABEL HERE

homemade vanilla extract

homemade vanilla with pretty free label

I can’t wait to give these little guys away as gifts this year! You can also print out some of my free holiday gift tags to use to wrap them up!

UPDATE: My bottle of homemade vanilla extract lasted almost 3 years. I’m not a frequent baker but I do bake from time to time and I was surprised how long this lasted me!

Homemade Vanilla Extract with Free Printable Labels

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  1. Heather says

    May 9, 2020 at 2:33 pm

    I would love the resized 4 oz label. I checked your etsy shop but didn’t see.
    Thank you so much.
    Heather

    Reply
  2. alexis mackeen says

    November 15, 2017 at 4:51 pm

    Hi There! I just stumbled upon your page as I just made vanilla and was looking for labels. I just love yours! I made a few different sizes and was wondering if I could get your label but without the “8” so I can add the number myself. thanks so much in advance 🙂

    Reply
  3. Janet says

    October 14, 2016 at 3:33 pm

    Love this! When you say “5 – 6” vanilla pods per bottle, are you talking the whole pod or halves?
    Thanks!

    Reply
    • brepurposed says

      October 17, 2016 at 9:08 pm

      Hi Janet! The whole pod 🙂

      Reply
      • Danielle says

        November 24, 2017 at 1:31 pm

        So for the 10pk beans you bought that made 2 bottles?

        Reply
    • Cheryl says

      April 29, 2017 at 8:30 am

      If I were to make this in the summer, would it be too strong or expire if I were to give them as Christmas gifts?

      Reply
      • brepurposed says

        April 30, 2017 at 6:54 pm

        Nope it would be perfect!

        Reply
        • Allie Oop says

          January 29, 2018 at 4:37 am

          Can you tell me what the shelf life is, from start to expiration?
          I’m so excited to try this
          Thank you

          Reply
          • brepurposed says

            January 31, 2018 at 5:51 pm

            It doesn’t go bad!

  4. Katharine says

    September 27, 2016 at 11:46 am

    I’ll probably sound like an idiot for asking this, but does this recipe create a higher alcohol level than the store bought stuff?

    Reply
    • brepurposed says

      September 29, 2016 at 9:48 am

      Not stupid at all! I’m actually not sure myself ha. I think it might be only because it literally only has vodka and vanilla beans whereas the store bought kind has some other ingredients.

      Reply
  5. MIRANDA says

    September 19, 2016 at 3:48 pm

    where do you find your vanilla beans? i am very interested in this! would love to start doing this on the side

    Reply
    • brepurposed says

      September 20, 2016 at 2:44 pm

      I got them on Amazon! There is a link to buy them in the post!

      Reply
      • Holly O says

        November 9, 2017 at 3:31 pm

        I get 10 Madagascar Vanilla Beans at Costco for $15.89, which seems to be about half of what they are charging on Amazon. The Costco beans are about 7 inches long. I live in VA, so the price may vary a bit by region, but it’s still got to be way better than $30!

        Reply
        • Danielle says

          November 24, 2017 at 1:32 pm

          They are not showing up when I search our WA store 😭

          Reply
  6. Doreene says

    January 26, 2016 at 1:03 pm

    Do you leave the vanilla bean in the bottle indefinitely? Does that mean that they could keep adding vodka as they used it? Thanks!

    Reply
    • brepurposed says

      January 27, 2016 at 7:42 pm

      Hi Doreene! You leave it in there indefinitely but I don’t think you could keep adding vodka because the beans probably wouldn’t be as potent after a while. This was my first time making it though so I’m not 100% sure 🙂

      Reply
      • Ladybug730 says

        December 9, 2016 at 7:19 pm

        Hi there, I’ve been making this for years. I occasionally add fresh vanilla beans, but I do leave all the originals ones in.

        Reply
  7. carla says

    December 12, 2015 at 2:03 pm

    for those who plan to make large quantities, this is a great site for bulk glass bottles. http://www.bulkapothecary.com/product/containers/glass-bottles/glass-amber-bottles-with-caps/

    Reply
  8. Bonnie Howard says

    December 10, 2015 at 6:41 am

    Thank you for the post. I love the idea of making vanilla extract. I also love the labels. Would you mind telling me the name of the font used for “vanilla”. Thanks

    Reply
    • brepurposed says

      December 10, 2015 at 8:17 am

      You’re very welcome! The name of the font is Jacques and Gilles 🙂

      Reply
      • Kristen Favia says

        September 29, 2016 at 11:09 pm

        What is the font for the rest of the label?

        Reply
        • brepurposed says

          October 1, 2016 at 10:27 am

          It’s called Gotham!

          Reply
  9. Tara @ Anything & Everything says

    December 8, 2015 at 4:30 pm

    What a great gift idea! Your label is beautiful!

    Reply
    • brepurposed says

      December 9, 2015 at 3:08 pm

      Thanks Tara!!

      Reply
  10. Lucie says

    December 7, 2015 at 11:46 pm

    waouh Im so impressed ! I’m sure going to do this. What kind of paper do you use for the labels ? Thanks and hello from France !

    Reply
    • brepurposed says

      December 8, 2015 at 9:35 am

      Thank you so much Lucie! I just printed them on some card stock and then super glued them to the bottles 🙂

      Reply
  11. Cyd says

    December 7, 2015 at 7:39 pm

    I love making homemade vanilla and this label is perfect!

    Reply
  12. Sarah @ Little Red Brick House says

    December 3, 2015 at 8:31 am

    I looooove vanilla and these are the cutest little bottles I have ever seen! This is such a genius Christmas gift idea. Love your labels, too!

    Reply
    • brepurposed says

      December 3, 2015 at 1:34 pm

      Thank you so much Sarah!!

      Reply
  13. Bre @ Average But Inspired says

    December 2, 2015 at 10:07 pm

    These labels are ADORABLE, Bre! And I am going to sound like such a moron but I had no idea you make vanilla extract with vodka. No wonder I love the stuff! ;-P

    Reply
    • brepurposed says

      December 3, 2015 at 1:35 pm

      haha it’s ok I totally didn’t either!! 🙂

      Reply
  14. Laurel says

    December 2, 2015 at 9:34 pm

    Love this great gift idea! I have two questions – where did you find the cute little brown bottles – and what kind of glue did you use to glue the label to the bottle? 🎨 Laurel

    Reply
    • brepurposed says

      December 2, 2015 at 10:10 pm

      Hi Laurel! The brown bottles are from amazon, there is a link in the post to them 🙂 And I just used super glue to attach the labels!

      Reply
  15. Tan of Squirrelly Minds says

    December 2, 2015 at 1:28 am

    Bre, this is absolutely gorgeous! I love how old school apothecary it looks. I’ve always meant to make vanilla but have never done so. I have a giant bottle right now but as soon as it’s done i’ll have to give it a go

    Reply
    • brepurposed says

      December 3, 2015 at 1:35 pm

      Thank you so much, Tan!! You definitely should try it 🙂

      Reply
  16. Amy | Delineate Your Dwelling says

    December 2, 2015 at 12:57 am

    This is amazing! And I love the labels, so elegant.

    Reply
    • brepurposed says

      December 3, 2015 at 1:35 pm

      Thank you so much, Amy!!

      Reply
  17. Haeley @ Design Improvised says

    December 1, 2015 at 9:34 pm

    This would be such a fun gift – who wouldn’t want one of those cute little bottles on their shelf? Great idea!

    Reply
    • brepurposed says

      December 3, 2015 at 1:36 pm

      Right? I think I might need to make some more!

      Reply
  18. Rachel | The Crafted Life says

    December 1, 2015 at 8:30 pm

    Absolutely gorgeous! Will have to make these this year!

    Reply
    • brepurposed says

      December 2, 2015 at 10:11 pm

      Thanks Rachel!!

      Reply
  19. Melissa @ Polished Habitat says

    December 1, 2015 at 5:16 pm

    LOVE that label Bre!

    Reply
    • brepurposed says

      December 1, 2015 at 8:21 pm

      Thank you so much, Melissa!!

      Reply
  20. Lindsay Eidahl says

    December 1, 2015 at 10:13 am

    Great gift idea!

    Reply
    • brepurposed says

      December 1, 2015 at 8:21 pm

      Thanks girl! And so easy to make!

      Reply
  21. Laurel (@abubblylife) says

    December 1, 2015 at 9:40 am

    Wow, I had no idea how easy it was to make vanilla! This is awesome!

    Reply
    • brepurposed says

      December 1, 2015 at 8:20 pm

      SO easy!! My kind of recipe 😉

      Reply
  22. Katie @ Little House of Four says

    December 1, 2015 at 8:13 am

    Oh my gosh Bre, these are beautiful and your label you created is super cute! Such a great handmade gift idea!

    Reply
    • brepurposed says

      December 1, 2015 at 8:19 pm

      Thank you so much, Katie!! This has been on my to-do list forever, I’m glad I finally made it!

      Reply
      • Sari says

        November 8, 2016 at 12:06 am

        Hello! Any chance you would be willing to share an editable version of the beautiful you created? My bottles are only 4 oz.. Thanks so much!

        Reply
        • brepurposed says

          November 9, 2016 at 3:59 pm

          Hi There! If you let me know what size you need it exactly I’d be happy to resize it for you 🙂

          Reply
          • Sari says

            November 12, 2016 at 7:02 pm

            Thanks so much!!!! Our bottles are 4 ounces, so that’s what I need to print. I am happy to make the change and send it back to you for posting. Just lmk. Thanks!!!!!

          • Liz says

            December 14, 2016 at 10:49 pm

            Hi Bre!! I love your labels but do you by chance have 5 oz labels? If not could you tell me how to change it so I can use them! Thank you so much!!

          • brepurposed says

            December 15, 2016 at 3:03 pm

            Thanks Liz! Do you want the label size to be smaller as well, or just want the 8 oz. text to be changed to 5 oz.?

          • Liz says

            December 15, 2016 at 3:12 pm

            If you could resize the picture that would be great! But if not I am sure it will still work! 🙂 thank you so much!!

          • Molly Ford says

            October 8, 2018 at 2:15 pm

            Looking for labels and came across your site. Beautiful! I too am using the 4 ounce bottles and wonder if you would resize the labels for me. Thanks so much for sharing your talents! Molly

          • Stefanie says

            December 19, 2018 at 12:36 pm

            I would love a smaller size for 4oz. bottles as well. Please and Thank You!

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