Instructions: In a saucepan, combine water and the sugars and vanilla bean. Bring to a boil. Boil 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let cool.

Add rum I vanilla extract (if used). Pour into 2 quart bottles with tight fitting covers. Let stand 2 weeks, shaking occasionally. Remove vanilla bean, if used before serving.

Makes 7 cups liquid.

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