Homemade Coffee Extract Recipe
This homemade coffee extract is super easy to make and perfect if you love baking or mixing up coffee-flavored cocktails. It’s just two ingredients, keeps for up to a year, and adds that deep, rich coffee flavor to pretty much anything.
Equipment
- 1 clean glass jar with lid
- 1 mortar and pestle or spoon (to crack the beans)
- 1 Fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup vodka (or substitute rum for a sweeter note)
- 1/2 to 1/4 cup whole coffee beans
Instructions
- Gently crack or crush the coffee beans using a mortar and pestle or the back of a spoon.
- Add the cracked beans to a clean glass jar.
- Pour the vodka over the beans, making sure they’re fully submerged.
- Seal the jar tightly and give it a good shake.
- Store the jar in a cool, dark place and shake it once daily to help with infusion.
- After 2 to 4 weeks, strain out the beans using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth.
- Transfer the extract to a clean jar or bottle.
- Use as needed in recipes and enjoy the deep coffee flavor!
Notes
Store the extract for up to 1 year in a sealed jar kept in a cool, dry place. Want to get creative? Add a vanilla bean or a cinnamon stick during infusion for extra flavor. Makes a thoughtful homemade gift for coffee lovers and baking enthusiasts. A little goes a long way—just a teaspoon can enhance desserts, cocktails, or even breakfast recipes.