I run a small cottage food business and want to start selling vanilla extract. Can I make vanilla extract with the recipe 8 ounces of 70 proof vanilla...
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Homemade Vanilla extracts #922857
Asked December 14, 2025, 1:33 PM EST
I run a small cottage food business and want to start selling vanilla extract. Can I make vanilla extract with the recipe 8 ounces of 70 proof vanilla to 1 ounce grade a vanilla beans, extract for 12 to 18 months before bottling for sale.
Cheboygan CountyMichigan
Expert Response
Yes, MDARD has started allowing people to sell vanilla extract that is made with alcohol. You can talk about the process with your MDARD inspector who has the final say, but they are allowing this. Their # is <personal data hidden> or email is <personal data hidden>. Thank you,