Vanilla legend and aromatic chemist Ray Lochhead created dozens of flavorings, sourced from quality ingredients and ed in family tastings. Cook's handcrafted extracts showcase our history and innovation. Elegant. Round. Refined. Vanilla is our family business. For more than a century, we've strived for quality. A smooth, rich vanilla that retains its full fragrance under high heat. No alcohol afternotes. Use in all traditional pure vanilla applications. For home cooking and baking, use 1-2 teaspoons. For industrial applications, use 2 to 4 ounces per 5 gallons (40 pounds) of mix. Store in a cool, dry, dark container away from sunlight. This product is extremely shelf-stable and lasts for years. For FDA and trace-ability purposes, however, shelf life is stated as 1095 days from manufacture date. Manufacture date is listed as UDC.