Homemade Kahlua
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
32
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Calories
49 kcal
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Course
Drinks
Homemade Kahlua
Description
Homemade Kahlua is a coffee-flavored liqueur made by dissolving instant coffee and sugar in hot water, then combining the cooled mixture with vanilla extract and rum. The process ensures the sugar is fully dissolved before adding alcohol to prevent evaporating the rum’s flavor. The result is a rich and sweet liqueur with distinctive coffee and vanilla notes.
The recipe uses simple pantry ingredients and requires no cooking beyond dissolving sugar and coffee. After mixing, the liqueur is stored in a sealed container placed in a cool, dark place to maintain its quality. This homemade version allows substitution of rum with vodka for a different but still enjoyable taste.
This Kahlua can be used in cocktails, mixed drinks, or as a flavoring in desserts that call for coffee liqueur. Its stable storage means it can be kept for some time if properly sealed and protected from heat and light. The straightforward process suits home cooks interested in making their own flavored liqueurs.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon instant coffee
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups water hot
- 2 1/4 cups rum
Instructions
- Combine the coffee, sugar, vanilla, and water, and stir until the sugar is dissolved completely.
- Set aside to cool (otherwise, you will evaporate the alcohol).
- Mix in the rum.
- Store in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dark, dry place and away from direct sunlight or exposure to heat.
Notes
- This liqueur keeps best when stored in a tightly sealed container away from direct sunlight and heat.
- Vodka can be used instead of rum for a different but drinkable variation.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 32Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 49 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 49kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 0g | 0% |
| Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 0mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 5mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Calcium | 0mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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