Homemade Kahlua

Any Kahlua lovers out there? Homemade Kahlua has a simple and perfect balance of sweetness that is shared with coffee, rum, and vanilla! It’s so easy to make. You just need 4 ingredients, cute bottles, and time. After 2 to 3 weeks you’ll have the perfect little gift just in time for the holidays. If it’s just for you, skip the cute bottles and enjoy sipping or baking with your Kahlua.

Ingredients:

• 2 ½ cups strong and hot fresh brewed coffee
• 4 cups sugar - organic or whatever your preference
• 2 ¼ cups dark or white rum (Dark for added richness/warmth. White for a more pure coffee taste.)  
• 1.5 inch vanilla bean - cut in half lengthwise for aged quality and 1 tablespoon of your favorite homemade extract for instant gratification.  Ummm...  I'm always a little liberal with my vanilla I may have added a little more:)

Instructions:

- Stir sugar into hot coffee or brewed espresso and stir until the sugar is dissolved. Let cool.

-Add the dark rum or white and vanilla pieces, stir.

-Cover and let sit for 3 to 4 weeks in a cool place.

-Strain, remove beans and bottle.

** Store in a cool dark place; it could last for at least a year but it never lasts that long at our house!:)

Here's a video tutorial:

Thanks to vegan in the freezer for sharing your Mom’s recipe!