McConnell's Fine Ice Cream was founded in Santa Barbara, Califonia in 1949. The family-owned business is in its third generation of family ownership and it effortlessly blends traditional techniques with innovative flavors.
Currently, one of the most exciting flavors by McConnell's Fine Ice Cream is S'mores. The limited edition release boasts "layers of toasted vanilla beans in marshmallowy-spiked sweet cream." The mixture's texture is enhanced by the inclusion of gooey, bittersweet chocolate ganache (made in-house), and house-based honey graham crackers."
McConnell's Fine Ice Cream's S'mores variety clearly takes inspiration from camping activities and the release is perfectly timed. The brand notes that this limited edition flavor goes well with other exclusive offerings like the Chocolate Caramel Cookie or the Piña Colada.
Limited Release Ice Creams
McConnell's Fine Ice Creams Boasts a Special S'mores Flavor
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