Vanilla is frequently used to flavor ice cream, especially in North America, Asia, and Europe.
Vanilla ice cream,
like other flavors of ice cream, was originally created by cooling a mixture made of cream, sugar,
and vanilla above a container of ice and salt. The type of vanilla used to flavor ice cream varies by location.
In North America and Europe consumers are interested in a more prominent
, smoky flavor, while in Ireland, a more anise-like flavor is desired.