Ingredients
- Sugar2 1/2 cups
- Corn syrup1 cup
- Coffee1 1/2 oz instant
- Vanilla extract2 oz
- Water3 cups boiling
- Vodka1 fifth
Instructions
Dissolve sugar in 2 cups of boiling water and add corn syrup. Dissolve the instant coffee in the remaining water. Pour syrup and coffee in a gallon jug. Let it cool. Add vodka and vanilla when cold. For the best result, let the mixture "mature" for 4-5 weeks.
Homemade Kahlua — Frequently Asked Questions
- How do you make a Homemade Kahlua?
- Dissolve sugar in 2 cups of boiling water and add corn syrup. Dissolve the instant coffee in the remaining water. Pour syrup and coffee in a gallon jug. Let it cool. Add vodka and vanilla when cold. For the best result, let the mixture "mature" for 4-5 weeks.
- What is in a Homemade Kahlua?
- A Homemade Kahlua is made with: 2 1/2 cups Sugar, 1 cup Corn syrup, 1 1/2 oz instant Coffee, 2 oz Vanilla extract, 3 cups boiling Water, 1 fifth Vodka.
- What glass is best for a Homemade Kahlua?
- A Homemade Kahlua is traditionally served in a Collins Glass.
- Is a Homemade Kahlua alcoholic?
- Yes, the Homemade Kahlua is an alcoholic cocktail.
- What type of drink is a Homemade Kahlua?
- The Homemade Kahlua is a Homemade Liqueur cocktail.
Expert Tips
Glassware Tip
The Collins glass is taller than a highball, perfect for drinks with more mixer. Stack your ice to the top for maximum refreshment.
Sweetener Tip
Make your own simple syrup by dissolving equal parts sugar and hot water. It mixes more smoothly than granulated sugar and allows precise sweetness control.
Vodka can be distilled from almost any starch or sugar source, including potatoes, grapes, corn, and even milk.
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