Easy, inexpensive, and a very nice holiday gift!
Simmer the water, brown sugar, and instant coffee for 30 minutes, then add the vanilla flavoring and vodka. Pour into pretty glass bottles and decorate with colorful holiday ribbons and tags.
Tastes very good in coffee or serve however you would Kahlua. This is best stored for 30 days, so make it now for Christmas gift giving. :)
By CDC from FL
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Bring water to a boil. Add vanilla bean and sugar. Let dissolve. Simmer for 10 minutes. Add salt and instant coffee. Let cool completely.