Indulge in the rich flavors of coffee and alcohol with this easy home-made coffee liqueur recipe. Perfect for sipping on its own or adding a kick to your favorite cocktails, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and elevate any gathering.
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup instant coffee granules
- 2 cups vodka
- 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise
Directions
- In a saucepan, combine water and sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar.
- Remove from heat and stir in instant coffee until fully dissolved.
- Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
- Stir in vodka and add the split vanilla bean.
- Pour the mixture into a clean glass bottle or jar.
- Seal the bottle or jar and let it sit in a cool, dark place for at least 2 weeks, shaking occasionally.
- After 2 weeks, remove the vanilla bean and strain the liqueur through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth.
- Transfer the strained liqueur back into the bottle or jar and store in a cool, dark place.
- Enjoy your homemade coffee liqueur in cocktails or on its own over ice.
Interesting Facts
Coffee liqueur is a versatile ingredient that can be used in various cocktails such as White Russian, Espresso Martini, and Mudslide.
Homemade coffee liqueur can be a thoughtful gift for friends and family, especially during the holiday season.
The addition of the vanilla bean adds a subtle and aromatic flavor to the coffee liqueur.