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Bottles of Kahlua waiting to be gfted

Kahlua

Homemade Kahlua is an excellent gift, or an excellent reason to host a party.  Either way, good imbibing is on the menu.

Course Drinks
Keyword Black Russian, Drinking a beverage, Man, Kahlua, White Russian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Author Dann Reid

Ingredients

Kahlua

  • 2.5 C Strong, freshly brewed coffee
  • 1 lb Granulated sugar
  • 2.25 C Stoli or Absolut vodka
  • 1 each Split vanilla bean

Instructions

Make the Kahlua

  1. Add the strong coffee, sugar and vanilla bean to a pot.

  2. Bring the coffee mixture to a boil.  Stir to dissolve the sugar.

  3. When the coffee mixture reaches a boil, lower the heat to simmer and cover.

  4. Let simmer, covered, for 20 minutes.

  5. Remove the pot from the heat and remove the lid.  Allow to cool to 130°F.

  6. Add the vodka.  Transfer the liquor to a pitcher or other easily pouring vessel.  With the aid of a clean funnel, fill the cleaned bottles.  Seal and store away from light for at least 4 weeks before drinking or gifting.

  7. Enjoy.