Kahlua

Recipe Note: Antigua coffee is the best type of coffee to use - it had the real Kahlua flavor.

4 C sugar
1 (2oz) jar Antigua instant coffee (look for Spice Island brand at the grocery store)
1 vanilla bean
2 pints vodka
2 C boiling water

Pour boiling water over sugar. Add coffee and stir over low heat until coffee and sugar are dissolved. Cool; then add 1 pint vodka. Pour into 2 (1 qt) bottles equally. Split vanilla bean and cut in half (so you have 4 pieces). Add 2 pieces to each bottle. Make sure bottles are sealed tichtly. Age for 30 days; preferably in a cool, dark place. At end of 30 days, remove vanilla bean and strain Kahlua through fine cloth. Add 1/2 pint more vodka to each bottle, mixing thoroughly (I usually start this just before Thanksgiving so it will be ready for Christmas. It makes a great gift).