Would vanilla flavor be bad in spicy pickle, savory recipes? Strong vanilla flavor? what kind of expiration date? Shelf-life? 288 servings really?
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288 servings would probably be the amount of drops. Of course it won't work in 288 cups of coffee or something, unless you don't like it sweet! I have some bottles that say they expired a year or so ago but I still use them no problem. The vanilla doesn't seem to have a strong vanilla flavor but I love it in coffee, it adds just enough. As for other recipe types, I'm not sure. I just use it in baking or sweet items.
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If you keep in refrigerator I would think it would last forever. Serving size depends on personal preference. It takes several drops to flavor any of my favorite dishes, but it works best than a powder.
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I wouldn't use the vanilla sweetener with spicy/pickle/savory recipes. In fact the only thing I use it in is my morning hot cocoa. I have friends however that have it in all flavors, and add it to club soda. I keep mine in the fridge so it has lasted a pretty long time. My friends carry theirs in their purse, and have no problem with expiration (they go thru it a lot quicker than I however). hope that helps.
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The bottles I have received always have an expiration date at least a year to 18 months out. Nice vanilla flavor. You can definitely tell it is vanilla and smells wonderful. Great in coffee, tea, lemonade, on strawberries. I have used it in a red wine vinaigrette salad dressing and liked it, but that is personal taste. The number of servings depends. The sweeter you like something, the more you will need to use. It is very sweet and concentrated. I like sweet coffee and about 10 drops will do it. If you are using in coffee, tea, etc., it will last a long time. If you are baking with it, that would require you to use much more. Read some other posts on this and I have never stored mine in the refrigerator and it is fine. Have a bottle with me all the time.
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You can by stevia in packets, unflavored or even in unflavored liquid to use in recipes. The flavor is only detectable if you use more than the 4 - 5 drops, so no, in my experience you do not get 288 servings. that amount of drops only takes away bitterness, but does not sweeten or flavor for my taste. I use between 12 and 20 drops, depending on my mood, for tea, or what I am sweetening. I like these drops for tea or smoothies, ... mostly for beverages. I use the powdered unflavored stevia for baking. I hope this is helpful to you. Oh, the expiration dates are far in the future of how long it takes me to consume the product. You can by stevia in packets, unflavored or even in unflavored liquid to use in recipes. The flavor is only detectable if you use more than the 4 - 5 drops, so no, in my experience you do not get 288 servings. that amount of drops only takes away bitterness, but does not sweeten or flavor for my taste. I use between 12 and 20 drops, depending on my mood, for tea, or what I am sweetening. I like these drops for tea or smoothies, ... mostly for beverages. I use the powdered unflavored stevia for baking. I hope this is helpful to you. Oh, the expiration dates are far in the future of how long... » Read More You can by stevia in packets, unflavored or even in unflavored liquid to use in recipes. The flavor is only detectable if you use more than the 4 - 5 drops, so no, in my experience you do not get 288 servings. that amount of drops only takes away bitterness, but does not sweeten or flavor for my taste. I use between 12 and 20 drops, depending on my mood, for tea, or what I am sweetening. I like these drops for tea or smoothies, ... mostly for beverages. I use the powdered unflavored stevia for baking. I hope this is helpful to you. Oh, the expiration dates are far in the future of how long it takes me to consume the product. « Show Less
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Hi! Mine is certainly fragrant, although I wouldn't call it a strong fragrance. Also my batch tastes great, with a good strong vanilla taste - but I'm used to vanilla with no sugar added, so that may have something to do with it. I doubt you got an old batch, as this company seems pretty awesome. Perhaps there is a date code on the pouch. Myself, I love this vanilla and it has plenty of vanilla flavor and smell for me. BlessingsJames
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Yes, the flavor sticks inside are already expired. But the seller already cautioned the buyer about the expiration. I still think this is a great deal even with the expired item.
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Sounds yummy and healthy. I would mix up a small portion, couple of Tbsp, with sweetener (powdered sugar?) and see how it goes in a test batch. Have you ever tasted Halevah? It's a candy made with sesame and honey into a bar, sometimes with cocoa powder added - very yummy. Very high oil content to Tahini, runny at room temp and refrigerated. Might want to try some cream cheese mixed in to thicken it and help hold in place. Not sure what the 1/4 cup amount signifies, but I would think you might want to make a butter cream recipe and use Tahini in place of butter for the amount, or even use 1/2 butter, 1/2 Tahini. Depends on how you like the flavor and if this is a flat frosting or is expected to stay on the sides of a cake.
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All I can say is, I checked my "Best by" date and it was 12/14. I will probably go through a case by then. A biiger question is: Does it have to be refrigerated after opening. I don't know, probably not. I base that on the facts that 1) there is not a lot of refrigeration in S. Viet Nam and, 2) It is fermented. Nonetheless, I do keep mine in the fridge once the bottle is opened. I go through it pretty quick since it goes in 90% of what I cook.
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Yes. The shelf life isn't that bad, as Janet has said. Just try and be dedicated to them before you get a lot of them, even if you do not like the taste.
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I use it in place of vanilla in cakes and cookies. sort of tastes like if you ate raw cinnamon roll dough....if that helps. I can't always perceive the flavor of vanilla so use this and Cream Bouquet instead. It certainly wouldn't be too much if you used in addition to the vanilla but like I said vanilla flavor often eludes me. hope this helps.
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Specifically in the Drogheria & Alimentari, it is a date before which the flavor would be guaranteed at its peak. I have however actually used a few jars of this that were "lost" and were 6 years after their data - and their quality was not really affected. Of course, you should be careful to consider that it was at least stored in a dry environment as moisture could cause spoilage - but it would be noticeable. If it's within a couple years and shelf stored it should be ok IMHO.
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This is just anecdotal evidence, but I had my last order of these for 11 months before using them, and they seemed just like "new" or "fresh out of the pack" -- my opinion on the vanilla beans is that yes, everything loses quality with age, but if you start with a high-quality bean, you keep it fairly air tight (original plastic shipping wrap is fine), and keep it in a cool, dark place, you could probably go several years before you have a noticeable drop in quality, flavor, or aroma.
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I had the same question, so I contacted the manufacturer directly. They were very helpful, and said that the product has a shelf life of approximately 1 year. We store it in the pantry, and it's just hit the one-year mark and is almost all used up, and in my opinion it's probably lost a bit of its original flavor, but it's still very good. Time order some more!
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It depends on what flavor you want and what you are making.This is a guide that will helphttp://www.vanillagarlic.com/2007/06/know-your-vanilla-guide-to-vanilla.html?m=1
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I never use vanilla just for the aroma, but this is definitely the best flavored vanilla I ever used. I love the rich flavor it provides, and since it is double-strength, one should be able to use less and still get great flavor, but I enjoy the strong flavor using is regular strength provides.
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I have found that it lasts for quite a while. I bought a case of it about 2 years ago because I have a really hard time finding it where I live. I just had some earlier this week and it was still good. You just have to keep it dry.Answer from the producer's website:"What is the shelf life of Alpine Spiced Cider Mix and how should I store them?Because the ingredients are in a powdered form, the cider will keep for a long period of time. For the best flavor, we recommend using it within three years. The key to a long shelf life is to keep the product cool and dry. Alpine Spiced Cider Mix will become hard and caked if exposed to moisture." I have found that it lasts for quite a while. I bought a case of it about 2 years ago because I have a really hard time finding it where I live. I just had some earlier this week and it was still good. You just have to keep it dry.Answer from the producer's website:"What is the shelf life of Alpine Spiced Cider Mix and how should I store them?Because the ingredients are in a powdered form, the cider will keep for a long period of time. For the best flavor, we recommend using it within three years. The key to a long shelf life is to keep the product cool... » Read More I have found that it lasts for quite a while. I bought a case of it about 2 years ago because I have a really hard time finding it where I live. I just had some earlier this week and it was still good. You just have to keep it dry.Answer from the producer's website:"What is the shelf life of Alpine Spiced Cider Mix and how should I store them?Because the ingredients are in a powdered form, the cider will keep for a long period of time. For the best flavor, we recommend using it within three years. The key to a long shelf life is to keep the product cool and dry. Alpine Spiced Cider Mix will become hard and caked if exposed to moisture." « Show Less
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Hi there, it is a fermented product and can be stored in a cool place like your pantry. It's shelf life will last for years, however, after 2 years I would dispose of . You can freeze it without impact to flavor or texture. Hope this helps, let me know.
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Not mentioned but I asked my Dr. because none of my spices have expiration dates. He said if properly stored away from direct sun, extreme heat or cold they do not expire. If their flavor seems to weaken....re-grind or chop and they will revive! I think Amazon owes me a prize!
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Yes. It's not really an expiration date. It's a best by date. A few months over usually won't matter at all, especially if you are low humidity. Over six months it won't taste as good and you might need to add extra baking powder to get it to rise. It won't make you sick, but also won't be as nutritious or tasty. The fats will eventually go rancid and it will smell off. It's a waste of you other ingredients to use it then because it won't taste good. It depends on how and where it was stored how long it will last, humidity and temperature being factors. If you open it and it smells off, don't bother cooking it. I wouldn't use it much over a year past the best by date. Yes. It's not really an expiration date. It's a best by date. A few months over usually won't matter at all, especially if you are low humidity. Over six months it won't taste as good and you might need to add extra baking powder to get it to rise. It won't make you sick, but also won't be as nutritious or tasty. The fats will eventually go rancid and it will smell off. It's a waste of you other ingredients to use it then because it won't taste good. It depends on how and where it was stored how long it will last, humidity and temperature being factors. If you open it and it smells off,... » Read More Yes. It's not really an expiration date. It's a best by date. A few months over usually won't matter at all, especially if you are low humidity. Over six months it won't taste as good and you might need to add extra baking powder to get it to rise. It won't make you sick, but also won't be as nutritious or tasty. The fats will eventually go rancid and it will smell off. It's a waste of you other ingredients to use it then because it won't taste good. It depends on how and where it was stored how long it will last, humidity and temperature being factors. If you open it and it smells off, don't bother cooking it. I wouldn't use it much over a year past the best by date. « Show Less
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I would try to call the company or check Goggle on that. Real Vanilla extract is very expensive. If you see a major jump in price, its pure. I use it in pancakes etc and like vodka, when its combined with something else you cant taste the difference. If you are a real chef and cook daily You will want the real stuff.