Originally Posted by
cudarunner
Well I thought that I'd better fess up as I tossed in a Variable in that I put the mixture in a mason jar and then used a vacuum pump to evacuate the air. I figured that would help things blend betterfaster. That was yesterday.
I just released the lid and Boy what a difference in scent! I've put the lid back on and again evacuated the air. I'll leave it alone for another 6 days and see what the end result is.:tu
OH! I did enjoy what I was smelling when I opened the jar. :y
Also I have a vintage cook book that was published in 1887 and it's got a lot more information other than just cooking. Here's the 'recipe' to make Bay Rum;
Quote: French proof spirit one gallon, extract bay, six ounces. Mix and color with caramel needs no filtering.