Homemade Kahlua – Easy “How To”

Published by: January 7, 2023. Latest version: January 7, 2023 by: Ginny McMinns

Homemade Kahlua has a simple and perfect balance of sweetness shared with coffee and rum. Doesn’t that sound good already? Age 2 to 3 weeks.

What is Kahlua?

Kahlua is a famous coffee-flavored liqueur made from freshly brewed dark
Roast coffee, sugar, vanilla beans and rum or vodka. It is smooth, creamy,
And delicious and goes great with coffee or vegan ice cream. Kahlua can
Served chilled or on the rocks and often used as a cocktail
White Russian or clay.

Why We Love This Homemade Kahlua Recipe

Homemade Kahlua Coffee Liqueur takes a little effort and the rewards are huge. All you do is put the 4 ingredients together and then let it age for about two to three weeks.

The result? A perfect coffee-flavored liqueur that’s great for sipping or mixing into many recipes that call for a celebration.

It makes a great sipping cocktail.

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The holidays are coming up and if you get this homemade kahlua recipe in time, you can pour it into cute little bottles and give as gifts.

You can even tell them that it needs to be bottled for another week or so for the aging to be complete.

What liquor can I use to make Kahlua?

• Rum is traditional and you can use dark rum or white rum. I like dark rum because I think it gives more warmth.
• Sometimes vodka is used and it also makes a nice Kahlo. It doesn’t smell easy and strong for some people. It makes a good cocktail.
• There is a liquor called Everclear. It is a strong ingredient and is often used in making liqueurs.
• Brandy is also used but it must be aged for about a month.

Homemade Kahlua brings back warm memories for me. Not that I got to drink it but I got to share the time with my mom while she made it.

Well, don’t get me wrong. I took a sip and even at 16, I knew Kahlua was a special drink.

I have my mother’s original recipe written on scratch paper – it’s a bit messy and I cherish it.

That recipe is now this recipe for everyone. Trust me, this has been tried and tested many times.

For almost 50 years. It’s that good and a real family tradition.

Do you use a vanilla bean to make homemade Kahlua?

• You don’t have to but it gives an aged quality but you have to use an inch of the whole bean.
• They are usually 5″ to 6″ long which means you can make a lot of Kahlu with one bean. That’s at least 2 gallons!
• So the vanilla bean doesn’t seem so expensive when you look at it that way.
• You can use a super good organic vanilla extract instead. The plus is that you get instant gratification.
• Kahlua will still improve with a little time but the vanilla bean recipe really makes it great.

Materials

• Strong and hot freshly brewed coffee – sweet rum gives a depth
• Organic Sugar – The perfect addition to sweeten alcohol
• Ram – My favorite for Kahlua. Some people use vodka.
• Vanilla Bean – An essential but vanilla extract can be used. If you are using vanilla extract, see the notes above.

This Kahlua can also be used in any of your dessert recipes that call for Kahlua.

When the word Kahlua is in the title of a dessert, it sounds like something special. I have a recipe on my blog called Kahlua Truffles.

They seem too special for an everyday meal. That sweet coffee rum liqueur really puts that treat over the top.

As you can tell I really like Kahlua. In fact, I really like making homemade liqueurs.

I mentioned the holidays so my copycat Bailey’s Irish Cream Whiskey recipe might be one you want to try too.

You’ve probably heard of the cocktail, a White Russian. It is made with one ounce of Kahlua and a splash of cream. In our case dairy-free cream.

It is very simple and also very popular.

Want to make some homemade Kahlua?

No freezing required. It will last until you drink it – which means almost forever.

Kidding aside, it keeps about 3 years.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Kahlua last?

Kahlua has a shelf life of about two years. Alcohol acts as an ingredient
Preservatives make the liqueur last longer. Open once;
However, Kahlua will begin to lose flavor after 6 months. If you are unsure
Your kahlu is bad, look. If it changes color, it starts
If it looks cloudy, or has an unpleasant smell, it’s probably time to toss it.

How does Kahlua taste?

Kahlua has a rich coffee flavor with notes of chocolate and vanilla. it is
Sweet but not too sweet and smooth and creamy. Kahlua too
Versatile and can be used in a variety of cocktails or enjoyed simply
own

Where is Kahlua made?

Have you ever wondered where Kahlua is made? You are not alone! even
People who love coffee-flavored liqueurs don’t always know its origin.
No wonder! Kahlua is made and currently owned in Mexico
French company Pernod Ricard. Kahlua is produced in Mexico
Since 1936 and sold in over 180 countries worldwide.

How are you a white Russian?

More liquor is added to the finished Kahlua and a heavy splash of dairy-free unsweetened creamer is stirred into it.

How are you not a black Russian?

Just add more liquor to the finished Kahlua and pour over ice.

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