Dana's Homemade Kahlua
Elevate your homemade cocktail game with Dana's Homemade Kahlua, a rich and aromatic coffee liqueur that's perfect for sipping, mixing into classic cocktails, or adding a boozy twist to your desserts. Made with just five simple ingredients—instant coffee, granulated sugar, water, vanilla extract, and vodka—this easy-to-follow recipe delivers luxurious results in just 30 minutes of prep and cooking time, plus a brief two-week resting period for flavors to meld. The recipe highlights a homemade coffee syrup simmered to perfection, infused with pure vanilla, and blended seamlessly with vodka for a smooth, balanced finish. Customize the sweetness and liquor strength to your taste, making this DIY Kahlua the ideal addition to your liquor cabinet. Whether you're crafting a classic White Russian or drizzling it over ice cream, this recipe ensures you'll always have a bottle of personalized indulgence on hand.
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Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Instant coffee
- 3 cups Granulated sugar
- 4 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Vanilla extract
- 3 cups Vodka
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the instant coffee, granulated sugar, and water.
Step 2
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir continuously until the sugar and coffee completely dissolve.
Step 3
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 4
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the coffee syrup to cool completely, which should take about 30 minutes.
Step 5
Once the mixture is cool, stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 6
In a large clean container or jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the cooled coffee syrup with the vodka. Mix well to ensure everything is evenly incorporated.
Step 7
Seal the container and store it in a cool, dark place for at least 2 weeks. Shake the container gently every few days to blend the flavors.
Step 8
After 2 weeks, taste the Kahlua and adjust sweetness or alcohol content if desired—adding more sugar syrup for sweetness or more vodka if stronger alcohol content is preferred.
Step 9
Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth if needed to remove any sediment, and transfer it into clean, airtight bottles.
Step 10
Your homemade Kahlua is ready to enjoy! Serve straight, in your favorite cocktails, or use in desserts.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2658.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4373.9 |
| Total Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 744.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 673.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 603.2g | |
| Protein 17.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 767.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 6244.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories