Gather ingredients and jar(s). You will need 4-5 beans for every 8 ounces (1 cup) of alcohol.

Gently cut slits, lengthwise down the vanilla beans, using a sharp knife. Place the vanilla beans in jar (cut them in half if needed, to submerge them in alcohol).

Fill jars with vodka. Secure lid tightly on the bottle and shake gently.

Allow to steep/brew for at least 2 months, or ideally 6-12 months for best flavor. Shake bottles occasionally. Write date on jars or use our labels.

When running low, add more vodka to the bottle and brew again, reusing the same beans for up to one more batch.