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Flavorful Bourbon Peach Jam with Vanilla Bean

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A luscious homemade peach jam enhanced with the warmth of bourbon and the aromatic depth of vanilla bean, perfect for toast, desserts, and savory pairings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh peaches, peeled and chopped (about 6–8 medium peaches)
  • 2 cups granulated sugar (adjust based on peach sweetness)
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup bourbon
  • 1 whole vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped (or 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract as substitute)
  • 1 packet pectin (about 1.75 oz), liquid or powder type for jams
  • 1/4 cup water

Instructions

  1. Peel peaches by blanching in boiling water for 30 seconds, then transfer to ice water; skins should slip off easily. Pit and chop into 1/2-inch pieces to yield about 4 cups.
  2. In a large pot, combine chopped peaches, sugar, and lemon juice. Let sit for 10-15 minutes to macerate.
  3. Split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Add both seeds and pod to the peach mixture.
  4. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. In a small bowl, dissolve pectin in 1/4 cup water, stirring well.
  6. Stir in bourbon, then quickly add dissolved pectin, stirring constantly. Bring back to a boil and boil hard for exactly 1 minute.
  7. Remove and discard the vanilla bean pod.
  8. Test jam set by placing a spoonful on a chilled plate; if it wrinkles when pushed after cooling, it is ready. If not, boil for another minute and test again.
  9. Ladle hot jam into sterilized jars using a funnel, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Wipe rims clean, seal with lids, and cool at room temperature.
  10. Refrigerate if consuming within a few weeks or process jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes for long-term storage.

Notes

Use fresh vanilla bean for best flavor; if substituting with vanilla extract, add after cooking. Maintain a rolling boil for exactly one minute after adding pectin to ensure proper set. Remove vanilla pod after cooking to avoid bitterness. Adjust sugar based on peach sweetness. Frozen peaches can be used if thawed and drained. For alcohol-free version, substitute bourbon with peach juice or apple cider.

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