coffee brandy/kahlua/tia maria

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Yield: 1 Servings

Measure	Ingredient
4 cups	Sugar
2 cups	Water
⅔ cup	Instant coffee
10	Coffee beans ( whole)
1	Fifth of vodka*
1	Vanilla bean ( 2-3 inches)

*a brandy/vodka mix may be substituted to make "Kahula" ---a rum/vodka mix may be used to simulate "Tia Maria") Combine water, sugar, and coffee in saucepan and bring to a full boil. Skim off the froth and allow to cool thoroughly. Pour into ½ gallon container.

Add vodka, coffee beans ( optional, but will add fuller flavor), and vanilla bean. Store in a dark place for 3 weeks. Strain and filter. Ready to serve. Yields 1½ qts

Posted to KitMailbox Digest by GEPlatts@... on Sep 17, 1997