Bring the water and sugar to a boil, stir to thoroughly dissolve the sugar.

Remove from the heat and let cool.

Transfer the sugar water to a container with a tight fitting lid.

Add vodka, Strega extract, vanilla bean and yellow food coloring.

Mix all together, cover with lid and let it stand in a cool, dark place for about 90 days.

Yellow food coloring gives the Galliano its characteristic look. You can omit this if you like.