Step 1

Slice the vanilla bean open and scrape out the seeds.

Step 2

Place the water, brown sugar and vanilla seeds into a saucepan over low heat. Also add the opened vanilla bean.

Step 3

Heat over a gently heat for 10-15 minutes or until all the sugar has dissolved and the syrup has become a dark amber color.

Step 4

Strain through a sieve to remove the vanilla bean and store in a sterile glass container in the fridge for up to 1 month.