Coffee Liqueur

Coffee Liqueur

1 jar instant coffee, 2 oz
4 cups sugar
2 cups boiling water
1 pint brandy
1 vanilla bean

Stir coffee and sugar in medium bowl, Add boiling water and stir well. Cool to room temperature and stir in brandy. Cut vanilla bean into 2 inch pieces. Put them in the liqueur and pour it into a large jar. Cover tightly and store in cool dark place for at least 30 days, turning or shaking the jar once a week. It will keep at room temperature for 3 months. Refrigerate it for longer storage. Makes about 6 cups
This tastes just like Kahlua. Use it for cooking, give it as gifts or drink it after dinner