[LockonStratos]

That's probably more to do with a lifetime of low-quality artificial vanilla being the "generic" flavoring for just about everything than anything to do with vanilla flavors themselves. Mostly because the real stuff is only beaten out by freaking saffron, which is essentially edible gold in price, for most expensive spice in the world.

Especially when it comes to ice cream. Get the real deal and you'll notice the difference immediately.