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    Homemade Cinnamon Coffee Liqueur

    By: Jane · Updated: 12 Oct, '21 · This post may contain affiliate links · 10 Comments

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    Christmas is a comin' everyone! I've made up a big batch of Homemade Cinnamon Coffee Liqueur to warm those cold, dark nights ahead, and I'm giving it to a few special friends.

    Homemade cinnamon coffee liqueur | cottage at the crossroads

    Now why would I want to make my own when you can easily buy coffee liqueur? Well, it's cheaper and tastes so much better. A lot of what you buy is cloyingly sweet, and I go for more intense coffee flavor. Plus I wanted to add a little cinnamon flavor as well.

    Homemade cinnamon coffee liqueur | cottage at the crossroads

    To make this,  you will need 1 ¼ cups of finely ground coffee.

    Homemade cinnamon coffee liqueur | cottage at the crossroads

    Pour the grounds into a glass container and add 2 ¼ cups water. Shake it up and store in the refrigerator, covered, for 24 hours. This is called the cold brewing method of making coffee.

    Homemade cinnamon coffee liqueur | cottage at the crossroads

    The next day, strain the grounds from the coffee mixture.

    Homemade cinnamon coffee liqueur | cottage at the crossroads

    I used my regular coffee brewer to do this, but this is a slow process. Only pour in a little bit at a time and let it drain into the coffee pot.  Do not turn on the brewer. You are merely using it to remove the grounds from the coffee. (You could easily use a coffee filter in a strainer but this worked for me.)

    Homemade cinnamon coffee liqueur | cottage at the crossroads

    Meanwhile, make a simple syrup by adding 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, ½ cup brown sugar, and 2 cups of water to a saucepan over medium heat. Stir and bring it to a boil and then immediately remove it from the heat. Allow the mixture to cool for 5 minutes.

    Homemade cinnamon coffee liqueur | cottage at the crossroads

    After the simple syrup has cooled a few minutes, add 2 sticks cinnamon, 2 tablespoons each of coffee and vanilla extract. Stir to blend and allow the syrup to cool completely.

    Homemade cinnamon coffee liqueur | cottage at the crossroads

    After the simple syrup has cooled, remove the cinnamon sticks and pour it into the glass container with the coffee mixture. Add 1 ½ cups vodka and ¾ cups brandy.

    Homemade cinnamon coffee liqueur | cottage at the crossroads

    This is the kind of brandy I used simply because I had it on hand. It's been aging in our cabinet for a few years now. This is a medium priced brandy-don't be tempted to use cheap brandy (or vodka either!)

    Homemade cinnamon coffee liqueur | cottage at the crossroads

    This recipe made almost 2 quarts.

    Homemade cinnamon coffee liqueur | cottage at the crossroads

    I had to pull out a cordial glass to give it a taste test. Perfect for sipping now, but it will improve in flavor with time.

    Homemade cinnamon coffee liqueur | cottage at the crossroads

    Using a funnel, I poured the coffee liqueur into an Ikea glass bottle and 2 pint Mason jars. I'm pretty sure the Ikea bottle is quart size.

    Homemamde cinnamon coffee liqueur | cottage at the crossroads

    I printed a couple of these mason jar chalkboard gift tags from Crafts with Jars.

    Homemade cinnamon coffee liqueur | cottage at the crossroads

    And then I created this larger chalkboard tag available HERE.

    Homemade cinnamon coffee liqueur | cottage at the crossroads

    Tied the tags on and this last minute hostess gift is ready!

    Homemade cinnamon coffee liqueur | cottage at the crossroads

    I'm thinking I should make up another batch just in case  someone unexpected drops by the Crossroads during the holidays! If you'd like a printable version of this recipe, click HERE.

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    1. Dawn

      December 21, 2013 at 12:47 pm

      What a cool gift Jane I am very impressed with you making your own. You're right it is the perfect gift to give to so done who happens to pop in over the holidays.

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    2. Mary

      December 20, 2013 at 7:51 am

      This sounds wonderful Jane, especially over ice cream and I love those adorable chalkboard tags! Beautiful bokeh and photo with your tree in the background! Wishing you and Leo a Merry Christmas!

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    3. joyce

      December 18, 2013 at 3:35 am

      What a great idea!!!! do you keep it in the fridge? and how long will it keep? Thanks

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    4. Jean

      December 16, 2013 at 9:44 pm

      Jane, I have ice cream!

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      • Jane Windham

        December 16, 2013 at 9:58 pm

        You can be my official taste tester, Jean!

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    5. Elaine

      December 16, 2013 at 8:58 pm

      I'm on my way to the purchase the ingredients right now. Sounds delish!

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      • Jane Windham

        December 16, 2013 at 9:10 pm

        Elaine, it just occurred to me how delicious this would be poured over ice cream! Hmm-I'd better get busy and make some more! 🙂

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    6. Ann

      December 16, 2013 at 8:36 pm

      What a fabulous idea. This is something I would love to get...great printable too!

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    7. debbiedoos

      December 16, 2013 at 8:31 pm

      Jane I am on my way as fast as I can. Tell Leo to get that guest room ready. How cute, and yummy too. It sure has been fun doing this series with you gals. I can't wait until spring.

      Reply

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