Combine
apricots, the water and juice in large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce
heat; simmer, covered, about 30 minutes or until apricots are tender.
Add sugar,
stir over heat, without boiling, until sugar dissolves. Boil, uncovered,
stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes or until conserve jells when
tested. Stir in rum. Pour hot conserve into hot sterilized jars; seal
while hot.