A new haven for ice cream lovers called Molly Moon's Homemade Ice Cream Shop opened in Seattle just two weeks ago. After hearing about their unique and intriguing flavors, I paid the shop a visit. The interior is simple and natural putting all the focus on the complex tastes that reside within. With flavors like balsamic
strawberry, honey lavender, salted caramel and Thai iced tea, it's safe to say, this isn't your run-of-the-mill ice cream shop. So far I've sampled their "scout" mint (a fine representation of America's favorite Girl Scout cookie), salted caramel (a bit too salty for my taste) and Vivace coffee (my favorite so far). If you're not in the mood for funky flavors, Molly Moon also sells the three classics. I have tasted the strawberry, and I'm a big fan of its natural and subtle sweetness.
If you're salivating, but you're not in Seattle, I've come across a few unconventional flavors that are worth exploring:
- Ben and Jerry have teamed up with Willie Nelson to create Country Peach Cobbler. Peach ice cream is blended with cinnamon-sugar shortbread and a peach swirl. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Farm Aid.
- Haagen-Daz has also introduced a flavor for a cause. Their Vanilla Honey Bee ice cream blends basic vanilla with a hint of honey, and proceeds fund research on protecting the honey bee population. Bee-autiful!
- If you're looking for something a little smoother than ice cream, try Ciao Bella's Maple Ginger Snap Gelato. The flavor combines hints of maple syrup, caramel and toffee with bits of gingersnap thrown in to spice things up.
- Every southern girl's favorite ice cream brand, Blue Bell, has created a new flavor based on the winning entry from their Taste of the Country Flavor Contest. The winning combo features chunks of pineapple, roasted pecans and a strawberry sauce swirl blended throughout their homemade vanilla. The inviting flavor is called Southern Hospitality.
Have a great Memorial Day weekend, and if you haven't gotten the hint, go eat some ice cream!
I have already had some Memorial Day ice cream but unfortunately it wasn't the likes of the flavors you have here. Would love to try that Vivace coffee!
ReplyDeleteWow! I have been looking for new and interesting ice cream flavors lately and haven't had nearly as much luck. Salted Caramel and Thai Iced Tea sound wonderful! I will have to look for Molly Moon's when I am in Seattle next time. And the Maple Ginger Snap Gelato sounds great too!
ReplyDeleteHands down, bluebell is the best icecream I've ever had. I'm not a plain vanilla girl, but dang, I could eat THEIR plain vanilla all the day long! I have no self control with their cookies and cream.
ReplyDeleteI just tried hand churned cinnamon topped with fresh strawberries, and it was delicious.
ReplyDeleteI really wanna try that vanilla honey bee ice cream!
ReplyDeleteThat isn't a bluebell flavor! I am a Texas girl and pineapple in icecream is just not what i would buy from them...
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