Experimentation: Vanilla Extract

I have been thinking about making my own vanilla extract ever since I saw on Claire Saffitz makes her own with random clear alcohols. 

Since I am allergic to vodka, I would like to make mine from white rum. 

I have a post from earlier considering Tahitian vanilla. I think I will use this bean to create the extract. Ideally, I would like to make this as a gift for people since the quantity of beans I need to purchase will make more than I can probably use for a long time. I don't use a lot.

I also like the idea of making this from gin, however, I'm concerned that gin's juniper berries would alter the flavor too much. 

YouTube video reference: 

• SuburbanHomesteaderWY: Making the best Vanilla Extract you have ever tasted. 

I will update you as I accumulate ingredients. 

Update: 9/14/2020

I was able to procure some Grade A Tahitian Vanilla via Amazon.com. And have commenced with the making of the Vanilla Extract. I read and heard that it should be soaked/steeped/brewed? for a couple months before you begin to use it. One video I saw suggested waiting 6 months. I don't know if I'll wait that long!