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[sir_kevith]

There's been a surge of premium ice cream lately. They're all pretty good. I do like how Haagen Dazs still manages to keep it's good texture without any gums. I wouldnt write off an ice cream just because it has a stabilizer like guar gum but I don't like ice cream where you can notice it. Modern day Breyers sucks for that.

 

[Dega]

Blue Bell

 

[Darryl M R]

 

[inspectah derek]

Don't sleep on 7-11 brand ice cream

 

[inner-G]

 

[Brian_FETO]

Ben and Jerry's have a few I really like. The Tonight Dough is probably my favorite, Cherry Garcia and The Americone Dream are great as well

 

[Linkura]

Ben & Jerry's, Graeter's, Haagen-Daz

Going to add some flavors:

Ben & Jerry's: Americone Dream, Coffee Coffee Buzz Buzz Buzz, Cinnamon Buns, One Love

Graeter's: Anything with dem chocolate chips. I wish they sold the seasonal strawberry chocolate chip in places other than their ice cream shops. :'(

Haagen-Daz: Vanilla bean (note: they have both regular vanilla and vanilla bean; I hate the plain vanilla but love the vanilla bean), caramel cone. I gotta try some more of theirs, we usually just get vanilla bean.

 

[notsol337]

The correct answer is Graeter's.

My man.

 

[woodypop]

Few things make me happier than this.

 

[SomethingWitty]

Spoiler

I haven't eaten ice cream in a while. Any one know good vanilla brands? There's a Gelato near me. Is that place good?

 

[Martinski43]

Pretty much anything Talenti makes, yes I know it's technically gelato.

What is the difference between ice cream and gelato tho?

 

[kamspy]

The correct answer is Graeter's.

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Absolutely correct.

[IMG]https://imgur.com/a/WEboE

 

[IAmtheFMan]

Man being a Cincinnati native, I'm soooo glad Graeter's went wide.

 

[suzu]

Talenti's Mediterranean Mint <3

 

[Martinski43]

This is the GOAT

Spoiler

/S

 

[Vyrance]

I just picked up Publix's Apple Pie ice cream and their Santa's White Christmas ice cream

 

[DopeToast]

Ben and Jerry's, Haagen Daaz, and if you can find it, Graeter's.

 

[Hatefilled Vengeance]

 

[blackflag]

The best store bought Ice Creams are officially as follows:

1. Ben And Jerry - Peanut Butter World (Target Exclusive)
2. Talenti - Sea Salt Caramel
3. Haagen Dazs - Chocolate Peanut Butter


Blue Bell would be all over this list if they didn't literally kill people with their ice cream.

 

[Hippopuncher12]

The correct answer is Graeter's.

Myyyyy Dude!

 

[Figgles]

There's been a surge of premium ice cream lately. They're all pretty good. I do like how Haagen Dazs still manages to keep it's good texture without any gums. I wouldnt write off an ice cream just because it has a stabilizer like guar gum but I don't like ice cream where you can notice it. Modern day Breyers sucks for that.

Modern day Breyers sucks, so Turkey Hill took over. Their All Natural line is what Breyers used to be. It even had similar packaging, when it was called Philadelphia style.

Turkey Hill All Natural mint chocolate chip is the best followed by their chocolate. I don’t have time for ice cream loaded with gums and corn syrup.

 

[crpav]

Depends on how much you want to spend.

From your picture try Talenti which is actually a Gelato. Halo Top is decent BUT it's a healthier option and can't stand up to real ice cream as far as creaminess and full flavor. Stay clear of Almond Milk and Soy as they taste funny unless you like those types of flavor bases.

Blue Bunny is a decent cheap easy to find option with many great flavors.

Now stepping up would be Ben & Jerrys which has quite a few great flavors. Depends on what you like. A vanilla guy? Chocolate? Caramel? Cheesecake? Haggen Dasz is another good choice on par with B&J but I prefer B&J.

Graeter's is a step above all of those and may not be found near you. It can be ordered but it's spendy. They are a higher quality brand though and I highly recommend. I saw a Sweet Me shout out but also only found in select areas. Luckily I live in ND and one store has them and I tried every flavor and enjoyed them all. THey are in line with Ben and Jerrys.

Now for the expensive to order stuff above Graeters. Ample Hills, Salt & Straw and Little G are the top of the list from what I have ordered but with shipping it gets into the near or over $20 a pint.

 

[geomon]

You stay far, far away from Breyers. That shit is not Ice Cream.

 

[Dude Guy]

Nothing beats homemade.

ExCUSE ME?! My good sir I do believe you just gave me glorious diabetes

 

[Captain Tuttle]

Very good

God tier

 

[Zoe]

Few things make me happier than this.

That's ice milk.

 

[teepo]

i'm a bit of an ice cream connoisseur. at least i'd like to think so, but i'm more of an addict since i have to avoid the ice cream aisle every time i go to the grocery store. i'll try nearly every brand and flavor i can get my hands on

from the selection in the photo, i can easily vouch for alden. their vanilla bean is legit and their birthday cake is better than the rest

talenti is fantastic but some flavors are overly sweet. start with the basics and avoid anything with fruits flavors such as banana. i'm a huge fan of the double dark chocolate

and while i don't see it, i still think hagan daz is easily the best and most consistent of the major ice cream brands. also their ingredients, especially the base, are simply on point. if you can get your hands on the chocolate peanut butter or pistacho, lord have mercy

and for the love of god, avoid halo top

 

[Neith]

Very good

God tier

Fucking agreed dude. That Ben and Jerry's right there is fucking INSANELY good. If that gets retired I will cry deep tears of sorrow.

i'm a bit of an ice cream connoisseur. at least i'd like to think so, but i'm more of an addict since i have to avoid the ice cream aisle every time i go to the grocery store. i'll try nearly every brand and flavor i can get my hands on

from the selection in the photo, i can easily vouch for alden. their vanilla bean is legit and their birthday cake is better than the rest

talenti is fantastic but some flavors are overly sweet. start with the basics and avoid anything with fruits flavors such as banana. i'm a huge fan of the double dark chocolate

and while i don't see it, i still think hagan daz is easily the best and most consistent of the major ice cream brands. also their ingredients, especially the base, are simply on point and always consistent. if you can get your hands on the chocolate peanut butter or pistacho, lord have mercy

and for the love of god, avoid halo top

I agree some Talenti's are super good. Some not as much. Another less known brand is Alden's Organic. There double chocolate chip is amazing and Vanilla is great too.

 

[bebop242]

Oh god, first two posts absolute nail it. Always, always stick with coffee for Haagen-dazs. One of the best store bought ice creams of all time. But get something crazy from Ben and Jerry's. Like Phish Food

Phish food is my answer.

 

[Neith]

What is the difference between ice cream and gelato tho?

Just try one. They are smoother, but they are still wholesome. Don't come to these if you are looking for things to chew on. I recommend the mint, salted caramel, or the peanut butter if you want something that is going to make a hard impression for its taste. They are really blended well.

 

[Syphon Filter]

Nothing messes with haagen daz.

 

[traveler]

Make a pilgrimage to Portland, LA, or (soon) Seattle and try Salt and Straw. Any flavor will do. Sampled ice cream places all over and it was hands down the best.

 

[Martinski43]

Just try one. They are smoother, but they are still wholesome. Don't come to these if you are looking for things to chew on. I recommend the mint, salted caramel, or the peanut butter if you want something that is going to make a hard impression for its taste. They are really blended well.

I can't i am not stateside.

I've had gelato tho from an gelateria in Newburyport, MA and it was like really good ice cream but it was ice cream.

 

[perfectchaos007]

Make a pilgrimage to Portland, LA, or (soon) Seattle and try Salt and Straw. Any flavor will do. Sampled ice cream places all over and it was hands down the best.

I had salt and straw last year in Portland. It was pretty good. Definitely beats Baskin Robins

 

[Conor_Fool]

Phish food is my answer.

Not even much of a marshmallow fan but Phish Food may have been the best pint of ice cream I've ever had. I gotta get some more

 

[Mesoian]

Haggen Daiz Coffee is the god ice cream.

 

[Syphon Filter]

Haggen Daiz Coffee is the god ice cream.

how come?

 

[Glass Shark]

.

 

[jroc74]

Modern day Breyers sucks, so Turkey Hill took over. Their All Natural line is what Breyers used to be. It even had similar packaging, when it was called Philadelphia style.

Turkey Hill All Natural mint chocolate chip is the best followed by their chocolate. I don’t have time for ice cream loaded with gums and corn syrup.

Turkey Hill, forgot about them. Their egg nog flavor is usually the only one available during the holidays. Which in turn has it sold out alot.

 

[brianjones]

talenti is so fucking good

i’ve only tried the pistachio

 

[evil solrac v3.0]

Talenti French vanilla or double chocolate.

 

[MugiwaraCole]

Maybe I'm boring, but nothing tops Bluebell homemade vanilla for me.

I tend to buy a pack of Reese's to mix in with a pint when I eat any.

 

[Haines]

I feel like a crazy man for not buying ice cream.

Might have to change that. Thread looks yum

 

[Transistor]

I avoid listeria.... Err... Blue Bell these days. Blue Bunny is so much better

 

[nillapuddin]

Publix ice cream is garbage tier

 

[Edwardo]

Friendly's black raspberry is the best.

I really wish ice cream didn't mess with my stomach.

 

[Shadax the wizard]

The GOAT

Yup!

 

[perfectchaos007]

Publix ice cream is garbage tier

You just offended Florida. The entire state. Good for you!

 

[jacobeid]

Jeni's is amazing, but not easy to find.

I took growing up with it for granted. One of my childhood friend's dad had a shop in the North Market when Jeni was first starting. Crazy to see how big it got.

PS - no Graeter's hate here (just depends on my mood!). They're great and Ohio is GOAT for ice cream.

 

[Regiruler]

How is it that there are thousands of options but only Cold Stone sells Sweet Cream?

I haven't eaten ice cream in a while. Any one know good vanilla brands? There's a Gelato near me. Is that place good?

Please help, me I'm dying