Kahlua
["1 vanilla bean", "4 c. water", "26 oz. vodka", "4 c. sugar", "4 Tbsp. instant coffee"]
["Bring coffee, sugar and water to a boil.", "Boil slowly for 10 minutes.", "Cool and add vodka.", "Place mixture in two one-quart bottles and add 1/2 vanilla bean to each bottle.", "Seal bottles (tape will do) and store in a cool, dark place for two to four weeks.", "Gently agitate daily."]
["vanilla bean", "water", "vodka", "sugar", "instant coffee"]