For a smoother liqueur, use superfine brown sugar, which dissolves more easily. Experiment with different types of rum to find your preferred flavor profile. Aged or spiced rums can add extra complexity. If you don't have a vanilla bean, you can substitute 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, but the flavor will be less intense. Add it after the mixture has cooled. Make sure the bottle and lid are very clean to prevent contamination during the aging process.
Allie's Espresso Kahlua® Liqueur
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME473 hrs 12 mins
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SERVING32 People
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VIEWS10
Infuse your home bar with this rich and intensely flavored liqueur. Combining the robust bitterness of espresso with the sweet, caramel notes of dark brown sugar and the warmth of dark rum, this homemade Kahlua® is elevated by a fragrant vanilla bean, creating a truly unforgettable after-dinner indulgence.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate14 g
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Sodium6 mg
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Sugar14 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
In a large bowl or spouted container, vigorously stir the dark brown sugar into the hot espresso until completely dissolved. Ensure no granules remain. (Approximately 5 minutes)
02
Step
2 mins
Stir in the dark rum until well combined. (Approximately 2 minutes)
03
Step
1 mins
Carefully pour the mixture into a clean, dark glass bottle. Add the split vanilla bean.
04
Step
30 mins
Seal the bottle tightly with an airtight lid or stopper. Store in a cool, dark place for at least 1 month before enjoying. The longer it sits, the more the flavors will meld and deepen.
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Marge Jacobs
Jun 22, 2025Easy to follow instructions. I did find that stirring the sugar into the hot espresso took a bit longer than 5 minutes to fully dissolve.
Vidal Ohara
Jun 19, 2025I used a really good quality dark rum, and it made all the difference. My friends were so impressed when I served it after dinner.
Rollin Gorczany
Jun 19, 2025I added a coffee bean or two to the bottle along with the vanilla bean for an extra coffee kick and it tasted amazing!
Dustin Dickinson
Jun 15, 2025This recipe is fantastic! The homemade version is so much better than store-bought. I let it sit for 6 weeks, and the vanilla flavor really came through.