Homemade Kahlua

Directions

1. 1
   In a large, metal bowl, combine sugar, instant coffee, boiling water and vodka; mix well and pour into glass 1/2 gallon jar.
2. 2
   Cut vanilla bean in half and place in jar (this bean can be recycled after it's ready.)
3. 3
   Let mixture stand in jar on counter for 10 days.
4. 4
   Shake every other day or so.