Step 1

Stir sugar into hot coffee and stir until the sugar is dissolved. Let cool.

Step 2

Add the rum and vanilla pieces, stir.

Step 3

Cover and let sit for 2 to 3 weeks in a cool place.

Step 4

Strain, remove beans and bottle.

Step 5

If you are using vanilla extract then stir in and it is ready. It won't have quite the depth of flavor but it is good.