1. Combine the sugar and 1-1/4 cup water in a small, heavy saucepan.

2. Place over medium heat and stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.

3. Boil the syrup for 5 minutes, then remove from the heat.

4. Add the coffee and liqueur.

5. Sprinkle gelatine over 1/4 cup water.

6. Allow to expand, dissolve over low heat, till transparent.

7. Add to coffee mixture.

8. Refrigerate until set but not frozen hard.

9. Beat to a mush, reset in freezer till softly frozen.

10. Scoop into deep bowls, serve right away.

11. Or put in tall glass, beat to a slush, serve with giant straws.

12. Serve immediately.

Making time: 20 minutes (excluding setting time)
Makes: > 5 servings
Shelflife: 2-3 days