The difference between extract and essence is simple, extracts are taken straight from the source and essence is generally manufactured.
For example Vanilla Extract is a natural product, it has a lot fuller and stronger flavour and is taken straight from the vanilla pod which has been mixed with alcohol and water.
Essence, however, is more watered down version and is generally a synthetic product.
Always check the labels though just to make sure you know what you are buying.
Although it is sometimes better to use more natural products these can actually be expensive therefore essences are a cheaper and easier alternative to use.
For example Vanilla Extract is a natural product, it has a lot fuller and stronger flavour and is taken straight from the vanilla pod which has been mixed with alcohol and water.
Essence, however, is more watered down version and is generally a synthetic product.
Always check the labels though just to make sure you know what you are buying.
Although it is sometimes better to use more natural products these can actually be expensive therefore essences are a cheaper and easier alternative to use.
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