Homemade Kahlua

Directions

1. 1
   Bring sugar and water to a boil.
2. 2
   Stir until sugar is completely dissolved.
3. 3
   Add coffee.
4. 4
   Let cool to room temperature.
5. 5
   Add vanilla and grain alcohol.
6. 6
   Bottle and let set for at least one week, and preferably a month or longer, before serving.
7. 7
   Note: I have also had it after allowing it to age for 15 minutes, and it was still pretty good, but definitely a little rough around the edges.