** ~ Ice Cream Eating Now Thread -- Round 3 ~ **

[The Solution]

You dropped some serious dough to have that shipped to GA! In for reviews!

Guessing 100$ minimum

[mussina123]

You dropped some serious dough to have that shipped to GA! In for reviews!

inb4 whole paycheck but INN for reviews as well!!

[lazymuchacho]

Ahhh yeah, just received my shipment from Salt & Straw.. Will be tapping into these guys real soon!

Merlin.

[MosToorani]

You dropped some serious dough to have that shipped to GA! In for reviews!

I passed on buying a pint today because it was $3 costlier at the shop I was at today compared to a shop 5 minutes away.

[ugasar]

You dropped some serious dough to have that shipped to GA! In for reviews!

Guessing 100$ minimum

inb4 whole paycheck but INN for reviews as well!!

Yes it was mighty expensive (over $100), but hopefully it is worth the money.. Reviews coming soon!




For now though..

Häagen-Dazs Spiced Pecan Turtle


I have been highly impressed with Häagen-Dazs lately so I decided to give another pint out of their artisan lineup a shot. The chocolate flavor is not as milky as the one I encountered in Rocky Road, but is still superior to B&J’s. It is a dense base, but only provides a mild chocolate flavor overall. What separates this pint from many others is the caramel swirl. Normally the flavor seems to be an undertone in other pints, but that is not the case here. The caramel swirl is very sweet and full of buttery flavor. It seems heavier & creamier than usual, as it is extremely dense and sticks to your spoon. Like I said though, the best part about the swirl is that it easily stands on its own when eaten with the chocolate base.



Lastly, chopped chocolate-spiced pecans were littered throughout the pint. Most of them were of pretty good size. The chocolate coating didn’t really offer a change in taste, but the thick coating of chocolate, along with the actual pecan itself, added a nice crunch to the pint. The spice on initial bite is somewhat subtle. However, after eating a couple spoonfuls of these, it is obvious that the pecans are coated with cinnamon. You are left with a tremendously spicy flavor that lingers for quite a while as an aftertaste. I ended up drinking so much water after this pint trying to get the scratchiness out of my throat. Overall, this was another good pint, but I wouldn’t rush out to grab it unless you are a fan of spicy chocolate flavors.

[SOH11]

Checked out Salt and Straw after you posted that man. If they shipped that Apple Doughnut flavor, I'd pay over 100 for five pints too

[nakkiz]

Checked out Salt and Straw after you posted that man. If they shipped that Apple Doughnut flavor, I'd pay over 100 for five pints too

127 for 5 to VA. Cant bring myself to spend 25 bucks for a pint. I'd get graeters and GF over S&S since there is still a good amount of graeters I havent had. Also Ice cream source for NOLA pints.

I would do ample hills with 6 for 89.

[The Solution]

Those who said Whoopie Pie from Steve's had no mix-ins, you must of got a horrible pint.
Mine was the equivilent of a Graeters CnC or PB pie from Haagen Dazs. Absolutely loaded.

[nakkiz]

Its a shame Steves is such a hit and miss brand.

[DA_MOSS]

NOW Foods is the best pure I've had. Trader Joe's and Whole Foods are good too. The best blend product I can recommend is Sweetleaf with inulin, a natural prebiotic. Though their pure stevia powder is rather good too, but also much more pricey compared to the aforementioned products.

I also like Now Foods Xylitol. I mix it with Stevia to get a pure taste out of brewed teas that I then stick in the fridge for a refreshing drink.

da fuq?

[nakkiz]

NOW Foods is the best pure I've had. Trader Joe's and Whole Foods are good too. The best blend product I can recommend is Sweetleaf with inulin, a natural prebiotic. Though their pure stevia powder is rather good too, but also much more pricey compared to the aforementioned products.

I also like Now Foods Xylitol. I mix it with Stevia to get a pure taste out of brewed teas that I then stick in the fridge for a refreshing drink.

Steves is an ice cream brand, not a sweetener

Unless I misunderstood something? I googled NOW foods, and I dont think they make ice cream.

[lazymuchacho]

Those who said Whoopie Pie from Steve's had no mix-ins, you must of got a horrible pint.
Mine was the equivilent of a Graeters CnC or PB pie from Haagen Dazs. Absolutely loaded.

Reporting for roll call. I was in the few mix-ins camp for that one. One big chunk of whoopie pie and the rest were just crumbs here and there.

[lazymuchacho]

Häagen-Dazs Spiced Pecan Turtle

O boy. Dat swirl looks good mane. I've seen mixed reviews but after those pictures I'll have to give it a go; especially if most pints are packed with mix-ins like that.

Those who said Whoopie Pie from Steve's had no mix-ins, you must of got a horrible pint.
Mine was the equivilent of a Graeters CnC or PB pie from Haagen Dazs. Absolutely loaded.

Reporting for roll call. I was in the few mix-ins camp for that one. One big chunk of whoopie pie and the rest were just crumbs here and there.

[mussina123]

Reporting for roll call. I was in the few mix-ins camp for that one. One big chunk of whoopie pie and the rest were just crumbs here and there.

im in the same boat, tbh I didn't even have a "big chunk"

I suppose ill give them another try....

[nakkiz]

I misread. Wow. This is embarrassing.

Hah - you're all good. I was cofused at, because it actually made sense as I understood the "pure" as the best "plain ice cream. But as I kept on reading I could tel something was up.

[eriikr]

Had a few mix-in's with Steve's whoopie pies as well. Steve's bases always seem to be on point. But their mix-ins are always hit or miss.

[nakkiz]

Yeah. Well to add, Whole Foods' chocolate ice cream (365 Everyday Value) is pretty chocolate-y. A rich Dutch cocoa flavor. Has plenty of sugar but doesn't taste too sweet. Never heard of Steve's, to be honest. Must be an east coast brand.

Yeah. Its a high end brand out of NY. They sell it in Fresh Market, kroger and Whole Foods where I live (VA)

http://shop.stevesicecream.com/collections/all

[gbullock32]

Yeah. Well to add, Whole Foods' chocolate ice cream (365 Everyday Value) is pretty chocolate-y. A rich Dutch cocoa flavor. Has plenty of sugar but doesn't taste too sweet. Never heard of Steve's, to be honest. Must be an east coast brand.

Steve's is in CA too, Whole Foods and Sprouts has it and maybe a few other places too.

[jubjubrsx]

Steve's is in CA too, Whole Foods and Sprouts has it and maybe a few other places too.

other places to check for steve's is raleys, and my favorite place is grocery outlet (a discount market) I get various pints of steve's for 3$/pint there.

[The Solution]

Had a few mix-in's with Steve's whoopie pies as well. Steve's bases always seem to be on point. But their mix-ins are always hit or miss.

Steve's Whoppie Pie is absolutely Loaded....

[gbullock32]

other places to check for steve's is raleys, and my favorite place is grocery outlet (a discount market) I get various pints of steve's for 3$/pint there.

Just got some B&J's for $3 a pint yesterday; for where I am that's about half off haha.

[ugasar]

Checked out Salt and Straw after you posted that man. If they shipped that Apple Doughnut flavor, I'd pay over 100 for five pints too

HAHAH you are your apple pie flavor!!! It would be worth the money though, you are right..

127 for 5 to VA. Cant bring myself to spend 25 bucks for a pint. I'd get graeters and GF over S&S since there is still a good amount of graeters I havent had. Also Ice cream source for NOLA pints.

I would do ample hills with 6 for 89.

Mine wasn't quite that high, but still expensive!

Steve's Whoppie Pie is absolutely Loaded....

My gah!!!!! Mad jelly of that pint.. Can't find it anywhere!!

Just got some B&J's for $3 a pint yesterday; for where I am that's about half off haha.

That's strange.. Near me, they are about $4.50 (Kroger & Publix) and $3.50 at Walmart!

[The Solution]

Steve is found at Whole Foods. I had to request it to be carried @ My Co-Op since i do not have a regular whole foods.

Here is their flavor locator on their website:
http://stevesicecream.com/find-us

[ugasar]

O boy. Dat swirl looks good mane. I've seen mixed reviews but after those pictures I'll have to give it a go; especially if most pints are packed with mix-ins like that.

Yeah I am definitely not a fan of spicy chocolate, BUT this caramel swirl was one of the best I have encountered in some time! Kept my interest for sure..





Baskin-Robbins Banana Split


There is a lot going on with this flavor of the month. Banana flavored ice cream topped with chocolatey covered cherry pieces & almonds swirled with pineapple pieces and strawberry & hot fudge ribbons. I never expect much with Baskin-Robbins as it is very generic, but this was definitely one of the worst flavors I have scooped from them in quite a while. First off, the banana base was very weak and mild with hardly a hint of banana. The pineapple pieces were visible, but so small that you couldn't even taste them. The same applies to the strawberry ribbon that was hardly present in my scoop. However, the rest of the mix-ins were up to par. The chocolate ribbon balances well with the banana base for a classic flavor combination and was in majority of my bites. Lastly, the chocolate covered almonds and cherries were the best. The chocolate coating didn't do much for the almonds, but it left you with a great almond aftertaste that was also crunchy, without being rock hard. The chocolate cherries were basically the size of a mini reese's cup filled with a cherry swirl. When you came across these mix-ins, which I had plenty, the flavors stood out tremendously. I wouldn't recommend this by any means, and if it wasn't for the chocolate cherries & almonds, this would have been a lot worse!

[The Solution]

Ben & Jerry's Strawberry Not So Shortcake

http://theicecreaminformant.freeforu...erry-shortcake




Overall I was skeptical on a fruity offering from Ben & Jerry's while never having their original Strawberry Cheesecake flavor. The base is good and if they made more in this Strawberry cake ice cream flavor I would suggest giving it a crack. The shortbread pieces were great from start to finish. Nearly getting one or multiple pieces in every single bite till the very end. While the strawberry mix-ins were lacking in size and flavor it was still a very small compliment to the new Ben & Jerry limited flavor. The little flecks reminded me of Nutty Caramel Swirl and how the nut pieces were shattered throughout the pint. I would consider this pint if you are a fruit fan (Strawberry), or really enjoy Strawberry Shortcake. Since this is a limited flavor you may want to act quick before it may be gone!

Grade: B+

[gbullock32]

That's strange.. Near me, they are about $4.50 (Kroger & Publix) and $3.50 at Walmart!

Middle of nowhere, only Save Mart (ironically not very 'saving' friendly) is the only place that sells it and Talenti. Both usually ~$5-6 a pint.

[lazymuchacho]

Mane, this is my 9th pint of the Half Baked FroYo and it is the gift that keeps on giving.

Every one of them has been packed with high quality mix-ins and at 720 cals for the pint it's pure profit.

[ErickStevens]

127 for 5 to VA. Cant bring myself to spend 25 bucks for a pint. I'd get graeters and GF over S&S since there is still a good amount of graeters I havent had. Also Ice cream source for NOLA pints.

You get what you pay for. S&S is better than all of those brands, especially NOLA and GF.

[nakkiz]

You get what you pay for. S&S is better than all of those brands, especially NOLA and GF.

Yeah it's miles ahead of NOLA im sure. NOla is really cheap though. Like 5/each. Do you prefer graeters over GF?

Always curious to see what you guys end up finding on vacation. Do you live in a hotel room that has a freezer, or how do you manage to store the ice cream?

[The Solution]

Handel's Update:

Pumpkin is released on October 1st
Current Seasonal's are : Dutch Apple Pie & Caramel Apple
Buckeye is not in stock ATM in most stores but they have a new flavor our just for football season:
Handel's Hash Time --> Peanut Butter Base + Chocolate Swirl + Chocolate covered football's

Pittsburgh store has Graham Central Station in stock can't wait to pick it up end of month! They have a store open in Columbus too, so will be stopping there for pumpkin when i head there first of the month