This taste test proves that vanilla is anything but boring.
And who are we kidding?
No excuse is even needed for a scoop.
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Did the more gourmet brands come out ahead, or was a discount brand the best?
We ranked them from least favored to the top vote-getter, and you may be surprised by the results.
This option was marked as a favorite by one tester but ranked last compared to the other vanillas.
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Blue Bell Homemade Vanilla
Ah, the ever-faithful Blue Bell.
Where would we be without you?
The true fans were put to the test in this blind tasting.
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As it turns out, the beloved Southern brand wasn’t most treasured by anyone, ranking sixth overall.
“It tastes like a good summer afternoon,” wrote one.
Breyer’s Extra Creamy Vanilla
Breyer’s is about as classic as it gets.
Haagen-Dazs Vanilla Bean
Testers ranked Haagen-Dazs second overall with two editors claiming it as their favorite.
The consistency is smooth and tastes old-fashioned.
Not to mention, for a half-gallon tub, it’s quite a good deal.
