3 c. sugar
1 qt. water
10 to 12 tsp. instant coffee
3 c. vodka (buy most inexpensive)
3 tsp. vanilla

Simmer sugar, water and coffee for 1 1/2 hours. Cool and add vodka and vanilla. Put in bottle. Ready to drink, but will get better with age. OR:

2 c. water
3 1/2 c. sugar
2 tsp. vanilla
1/5 inexpensive vodka
6 tbsp. freeze dried coffee

Boil water in large pot, add 3 1/2 cups sugar and boil 5 minutes. Add vanilla. Dissolve coffee in 1/2 cup water and add to pot. Pour in vodka. Makes 2 fifths. This needs to age at least one month.