For the syrup: Place the water, sugar, vanilla bean pod and it’s seeds, or vanilla extract if using, in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and whisk until the sugar is completely dissolved. Cool slightly, then transfer to a glass storage container.

Fill a large drinking glass completely with ice and pour the coffee over. Add in 1 teaspoon of the syrup, and 1 teaspoon of half and half. Taste and adjust syrup and creamer as desired. Enjoy immediately as is, or topped with whipped cream.

To make iced coffee with a Keurig: Place a large 12 ounce coffee mug filled completely with ice under the brewer. Select an 8 ounce brew on strong and start the brewer. Once it’s done, carefully pour the coffee into a tall drinking glass filled with ice and follow the recipe as directed.