Categories: CocktailsStarters

Homemade Coffee Liqueur

As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Jump to Recipe·Print Recipe

This super quick and easy recipe for a DIY coffee liqueur is great for gift giving or to make as a treat for yourself. You can control the alcohol and sugar content by making yourself. It is also less syrupy than what you buy in the liquor store.

I love using coffee liqueur in a White Russian cocktail, an espresso martini, or in desserts. Okay yes, I’ll admit it. I have poured a shot of it over ice cream. It’s delicious. Don’t judge. But my go-to evening nightcap will always be the White Russian cocktail. It is sweet, soothing, and feels perfect just before retiring for the night.

Because this homemade coffee liqueur has only four ingredients, you want to use the best quality ingredients you can. Use really good quality coffee. This is the source of the flavor. Also, use a quality vanilla bean paste. If you are in a pinch, you could use vanilla extract, but the paste has a richer, deeper flavor.

Coffee and cream liqueur, coffee beans roasted and ground coffee on the old wooden background, selective focus

As for the alcohol, traditionally, Kahlua is made with rum. I have made this recipe using a white rum, and it was very good. But, to reduce the sugar and carb content a little bit, I like using vodka.

Print

HOMEMADE COFFEE LIQUEUR

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

A quick and easy recipe for a coffee liqueur that you can customize for alcohol content, flavor and sweetness. Enjoy this as a treat for yourself or as a gift for those you love.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 cups strong brewed coffee. Choose a quality coffee that you love. This is the source of flavor.
  • 4 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons vanilla bean paste (can use extract in a pinch)
  • 4 cups vodka or white rum

Instructions

  1. Make the coffee simple syrup. In a saucepan over medium-high heat, bring the coffee and sugar to a full rolling boil, stirring often to dissolve the sugar.
  2. Reduce the heat to a simmer and continue to cook for 10 minutes.
  3. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool completely.
  4. Stir in vanilla and vodka. Stir to combine.
  5. Pour your kahlua into a clean bottle with a tight lid. Store in a cool, dry, dark place.

Notes

This coffee liqueur will maintain its freshness, flavor, and potency for a really long time – about 3-4 years. Trust me. It will NOT last this long.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1

Need a few more cocktail suggestions? May I suggest the following:

admin

View Comments

Leave a Comment
Share
Published by
admin
7 years ago

Learning About Easy Meals from Millie

Are you bored of eating the same dishes week after week? Do you want to treat your taste buds to something they’ve never experienced before? Millie has traveled the world in search of great dishes to bring home to her family. From easy-to cook meals to special dishes perfect for the holidays, we want to make sure you and your family are eating well all year round.

On our online food blog, you’ll find a vast list of quick and easy recipes for home cooking. From breakfast and brunch options, to quick sidelines and full-fledged main dishes, we’ve got it all! Take a look at our diverse recipes and experience vast arrays of flavor as you try them out and taste the food for yourself!

Making Home Cooking Stylish

Do you find yourself struggling to come up with creative ways to prepare tasty meals for your family? Have you tried and failed at making your kids eat their vegetables and take their protein, despite all your coaxing and tedious attempts? Millie has experienced some of the same struggles, and aims to help solve the problems of dinner time worries.

Eats By The Beach provides home cooks and culinary enthusiasts with a wide range of delicious and diverse recipes. Covering breakfast, lunch, and dinner options, we encourage our readers to try out the quick and easy recipes we’ve personally tried and tested.

No more running after the kids to finish their food anymore! Our recipes bring both flavor and aroma to the dinner table, tempting one into finishing off the entire plate!