Imitation Flavouring Vanilla. I mean the name says it all really, doesn’t it. Imitation. It’s not the real deal, so why not make the real deal yourself! So what’s in the imitation? Ingredients can include: water, imitation vanilla flavours, sugar, colour, preservative and acidity regulator. And in the homemade essence? Just vanilla beans and vodka. Once you’ve used up your vanilla essence, don’t discard the vanilla beans! Pop in a couple of new beans, top up with vodka and allow to steep. This w