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homemade kahlua/tia maria

(1 rating)
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Recipe by
Deb Wilson
@Maritimemama
New Glasgow, NS

Use this as an after-dinner liquer or in White or Black Russians. As good as, if not better than store bought Tia Maria or Kahlua

(1 rating)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For homemade kahlua/tia maria

  • 2 1/4 c
    sugar
  • 3 Tbsp
    instant coffee
  • 1 1/2 c
    water
  • 3/4 tsp
    vanilla extract
  • 1/2
    pint of vodka

How To Make homemade kahlua/tia maria

  • 1
    Combine the sugar and water, stirring to dissolve. Add instant coffee and bring mixture to a boil. Boil steadily for 3 minutes, stirring often.
  • 2
    Add vanilla, remove from heat and cool for 1 hour. Add the Vodka, stirring well to combine.
  • 3
    Pour into a glass jar, cover tightly and refrigerate. It's best to leave this for a couple of days so the flavors blend. Shake well before first use. White Russian 1 ounce vodka 1/2 - 1 oz. Kahlua (depending how sweet you like it) Milk Ice Place a couple of ice cubes in a tall glass. Add vodka, then Kahlua then milk. Stir and serve.
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