vanilla bean
noun
: the long capsular fruit of a vanilla (especially Vanilla planifolia) that is an important article of commerce
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For something a bit more unexpected, Clean Reserve Radiant Nectar underneath adds this honeyed depth that complements the vanilla beans beautifully.
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Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 2 June 2025
Pronounced aromas of charred oak, caramelized banana, vanilla bean, and fresh-baked cornbread are featured on the nose.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 17 May 2025
The cheapest way here is to make a vanilla syrup, which is easy enough: Take a cup of sugar and a cup of water and one vanilla bean split down the middle and simmer it all together in a pot for about five minutes (stirring at first until the sugar is dissolved).
—Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 3 May 2025
The bourbon is richly layered on the palate, showing toffee, nutmeg, honeycomb, and aged leather notes, rounded by vanilla bean and maple syrup.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
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Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 2 June 2025
Pronounced aromas of charred oak, caramelized banana, vanilla bean, and fresh-baked cornbread are featured on the nose.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 17 May 2025
The cheapest way here is to make a vanilla syrup, which is easy enough: Take a cup of sugar and a cup of water and one vanilla bean split down the middle and simmer it all together in a pot for about five minutes (stirring at first until the sugar is dissolved).
—Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 3 May 2025
The bourbon is richly layered on the palate, showing toffee, nutmeg, honeycomb, and aged leather notes, rounded by vanilla bean and maple syrup.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for vanilla bean
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“Vanilla bean.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vanilla%20bean. Accessed 11 Jun. 2025.
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