Title: Coffee Brandy/kahlua/tia Maria
Categories: None
Yield: 1 Servings

4 c Sugar
2 c Water
2/3 c 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 1/2 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 1 1/2 qts

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