Keto Kahlua Recipe || Sugar Free Coffee Liqueur - The Hungry Elephant (2024)

FAQs

How many carbs are in Kahlúa coffee liqueur? ›

So, Kahlúa tops the sugary charts with 39.3g of sugar per 100ml, and the lowest is Derw with 8.4g per 100ml. Derw has 75-80% less sugar than the other three liqueurs, and much less sugar than most liqueurs in general.

You can replace my homemade coffee liqueur with regular coffee, or with coffee plus some added vodka and rum to get the same overall effect.

Spirits Pure spirits like gin, whisky, vodka, and tequila are suitable drink choices for people following a keto diet. These drinks are low-calorie and contain zero added sugar and zero carbs. You can drink them plain or mix them with low-carb mixtures like soda water, diet soda, or sugar-free tonic water.

If you'd like an alternative that still packs a boozy punch and has a similar flavor profile, consider swapping Kahlúa with other coffee liqueurs such as the comparatively cheaper Mexican spirit Kamora or the more intense and citrusy Tia Maria.

For instance, pure forms of alcohol like whiskey, gin, tequila, rum, and vodka are all completely free of carbs. You can drink them straight or combine them with low carb mixers for more flavor. Wine and light varieties of beer are also relatively low in carbs — usually containing under 6 grams (g) per serving.

To sum it up, the shelf life of Kahlua is four years when stored properly and two months after opening. Yes, Kahlua will go bad if not properly kept or used within a few months after opening.

While refrigeration is not necessary, cream liqueurs taste great when they are well chilled, and for most of us, the most convenient cool place of storage is our refrigerator. We would also recommend that cream liqueurs should be consumed within six to twelve months of opening.

What to mix with Kahlua? ›

The White Russian may be the most popular of all Kahlúa co*cktails and, aside from the two-part Black Russian, is one of the easiest to make. This combination of vodka, Kahlúa and cream is an adult milkshake and dessert in a glass.

Baileys is creamy and derives its taste from cream, cocoa, and Irish Whiskey. Kahlua is dark without the creaminess of Baileys and is made with 100 percent arabica coffee, rum, and sugar. While acceptable, swapping out Baileys for Kahlua in a co*cktail recipe will produce quite different taste results.

Coffee Liqueur With Cream 34 Proof (1 fl oz) contains 6.5g total carbs, 6.5g net carbs, 4.9g fat, 0.9g protein, and 102 calories.

Nutritional value is another key difference between Kahlua and Baileys. Kahlua contains more sugar than Baileys, so if you're watching your sugar intake, Baileys may be the better choice. Nonetheless, both liqueurs can be enjoyed in moderation and make great additions to various co*cktail recipes.

There's more than just one. Regular Kahlua has an alcohol percentage of 20%, but there is also Kahlua Especial. Launched in 2002 it uses 100% Arabica coffee beans from Veracruz and is stronger, far more coffee oriented and less sweet than the original. It also packs a higher alcohol percentage at 34%.