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In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, combine the 8 cups of water, 5 cups of granulated sugar, 10 tablespoons of instant coffee, and 1/2 cup of Karo syrup. Stir well to combine the ingredients.

Place the pot on the stovetop over high heat and bring the mixture to a rolling boil, stirring occasionally to ensure the sugar dissolves completely.

Once boiling, reduce the heat to a low simmer. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 3 hours. It is crucial to monitor the pot closely to prevent it from boiling over, as the mixture will become very sticky. Stir occasionally to prevent scorching.

After 3 hours of simmering, remove the pot from the heat. Let the mixture cool completely to room temperature. This passive cooling process will take approximately 3 hours.

Once the coffee mixture has cooled completely, add the 5 tablespoons of vanilla extract and 8 cups of vodka. Stir thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well combined.

Carefully transfer the finished homemade KahlĂșa into clean, sealable bottles. It is recommended to do this over a sink to contain any potential spills, as the mixture can be messy.


In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, combine the 8 cups of water, 5 cups of granulated sugar, 10 tablespoons of instant coffee, and 1/2 cup of Karo syrup. Stir well to combine the ingredients.

Place the pot on the stovetop over high heat and bring the mixture to a rolling boil, stirring occasionally to ensure the sugar dissolves completely.

Once boiling, reduce the heat to a low simmer. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 3 hours. It is crucial to monitor the pot closely to prevent it from boiling over, as the mixture will become very sticky. Stir occasionally to prevent scorching.

After 3 hours of simmering, remove the pot from the heat. Let the mixture cool completely to room temperature. This passive cooling process will take approximately 3 hours.

Once the coffee mixture has cooled completely, add the 5 tablespoons of vanilla extract and 8 cups of vodka. Stir thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well combined.

Carefully transfer the finished homemade KahlĂșa into clean, sealable bottles. It is recommended to do this over a sink to contain any potential spills, as the mixture can be messy.
