Why We’re Making Our Own Vanilla Extract – and What That Means for You

At Whisk Takers, we’re always looking for ways to make our treats better — more flavorful, more thoughtful, and more real.

That’s why we’ve started a brand-new project: making our own homemade vanilla extract.

Yes, from scratch.

We’re using premium Madagascar vanilla beans and carefully selected alcohols like vodka, bourbon, brandy, and spiced rum to create rich, complex flavors — slowly aged over time to develop depth you just can’t get from store-bought extract.

So why go through all this effort?

Because flavor matters.

Real vanilla extract has over 200 flavor compounds. When it’s homemade and properly aged, it brings out the best in baked goods — from cookies and cakes to frostings and fillings. Artificial vanilla can’t compare, and even some store-bought “pure” extracts are rushed and diluted.

We want better for our customers.

And soon, we’ll be offering our small-batch extract for sale in limited quantities — and eventually, using it in our baked goods too.

We’ll be sharing updates as our vanilla steeps, develops, and transforms over the next six months. Follow along and learn what makes real vanilla so special — and why we’re so excited to bring it into our kitchen.

👇 Want first dibs when it’s ready?
Join the waitlist or sign up for updates here: Contact — Whisk Takers Bake Shop