Ice cream has a way of reminding us of simpler times. Over the years, many popular flavors have come and gone, leaving behind fans who still remember them fondly. Some were unique, others were extra indulgent, but all of them were special in their own way. Let’s take a look back at some discontinued ice cream flavors that left a lasting impression.
Contents
- 1 Ben & Jerry’s Wavy Gravy
- 2 Häagen-Dazs Crème Brûlée
- 3 Starbucks Java Chip Ice Cream
- 4 Good Humor’s Candy Center Crunch
- 5 Ben & Jerry’s Oatmeal Cookie Chunk
- 6 Klondike’s Choco Taco
- 7 Ben & Jerry’s Dublin Mudslide
- 8 Häagen-Dazs Baileys Irish Cream
- 9 Ben & Jerry’s Vermonty Python
- 10 Good Humor’s Toasted Almond Bar
- 11 Dreyer’s/Edy’s Swiss Orange Sherbet
- 12 Blue Bell’s Great Divide
- 13 Friendly’s Wattamelon Roll
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- 15 15 Creative Salad Ideas That Go Beyond Lettuce and Croutons
- 16 22 Delicious Vegan Desserts That Even Non-Vegans Will Love
Ben & Jerry’s Wavy Gravy
Introduced in 1993, Wavy Gravy was a tribute to the iconic 1960s figure Hugh Nanton Romney Jr., known as Wavy Gravy. This flavor combined caramel and cashew Brazil nut ice cream with roasted almonds and a hazelnut fudge swirl, creating a unique and nutty profile. Despite its distinctive taste, it was discontinued in 2001 due to waning interest. Fans have since campaigned for its return, but it remains in Ben & Jerry’s “Flavor Graveyard.”
Häagen-Dazs Crème Brûlée
Häagen-Dazs’ Crème Brûlée flavor captured the essence of the classic French dessert with its rich custard ice cream and caramelized sugar swirls. Introduced in the early 2000s, it quickly became a favorite among dessert enthusiasts. However, in 2016, the company decided to retire this flavor to make room for new offerings. The decision was met with disappointment from loyal fans who cherished its indulgent taste.
Starbucks Java Chip Ice Cream
Starbucks ventured into the ice cream market with flavors like Java Chip, which featured coffee-flavored ice cream blended with dark chocolate chunks. Launched in 1996, it catered to coffee and chocolate lovers alike. Despite its popularity, Starbucks discontinued its ice cream line in 2013 to focus on other products. This move left many fans missing the harmonious blend of coffee and chocolate in a frozen treat.
Good Humor’s Candy Center Crunch
A staple of ice cream trucks in the 1980s and 1990s, the Candy Center Crunch bar featured vanilla ice cream surrounding a rich chocolate core, all coated in a crunchy chocolate shell. Its combination of textures and flavors made it a nostalgic favorite. Unfortunately, Good Humor discontinued this treat, leading to petitions and campaigns from fans eager for its return. Despite the outcry, it remains unavailable in today’s market.
Ben & Jerry’s Oatmeal Cookie Chunk
Launched in 2003, Oatmeal Cookie Chunk combined sweet cream cinnamon ice cream with chunks of oatmeal cookies and fudge. It quickly garnered a dedicated following. However, in 2012, Ben & Jerry’s retired the flavor after their oatmeal cookie supplier ceased production. Despite fans’ pleas and campaigns for its return, the company has yet to bring back this beloved flavor.
Klondike’s Choco Taco
Introduced in 1983, the Choco Taco featured vanilla ice cream folded into a taco-shaped cone, topped with fudge, peanuts, and a milk chocolate coating. Its unique design and delicious taste made it a favorite among ice cream truck offerings. Despite its popularity, Klondike discontinued the Choco Taco in July 2022 to streamline its product lineup. The decision sparked widespread disappointment and nostalgia among fans.
Ben & Jerry’s Dublin Mudslide
Dublin Mudslide, introduced in 2004, featured Irish cream liqueur ice cream with a coffee fudge swirl and chocolate chip cookies. Its rich and indulgent profile made it a hit among consumers. Despite its popularity, Ben & Jerry’s discontinued the flavor in 2012. Fans continue to reminisce about its unique taste and hope for its return.
Häagen-Dazs Baileys Irish Cream
This flavor combined Häagen-Dazs’ signature creamy texture with the distinct taste of Baileys Irish Cream liqueur. It offered a sophisticated dessert experience for adults. Despite its appeal, Häagen-Dazs discontinued the flavor in 2015. Fans expressed their disappointment on social media, but the company has not reintroduced it.
Ben & Jerry’s Vermonty Python
Launched in 2006 as a tribute to the British comedy troupe Monty Python, Vermonty Python featured coffee liqueur ice cream with a chocolate cookie crumb swirl and fudge cows. Its quirky name and rich flavor profile attracted many fans. However, it was discontinued in 2008, leaving fans longing for its return. Despite petitions and campaigns, Ben & Jerry’s has not resurrected this flavor.
Good Humor’s Toasted Almond Bar
Good Humor’s Toasted Almond Bar was a hit among ice cream lovers for its nutty and creamy flavor profile. The almond-flavored ice cream, coated with a crunchy almond shell, was a unique offering that stood out in the ice cream truck lineup. Unfortunately, the company discontinued it, leaving fans with only memories of the beloved treat. Many petitions have surfaced online, asking for its revival. Despite the demand, Good Humor has yet to bring it back.
Dreyer’s/Edy’s Swiss Orange Sherbet
This flavor combined rich chocolate ice cream with a tangy orange sherbet swirl, offering a delightful balance of flavors. Swiss Orange Sherbet was a long-time favorite from Dreyer’s (Edy’s in some regions), loved for its refreshing yet indulgent taste. It was eventually discontinued, leaving a gap for those who sought this sweet-tangy combination. Fans have continuously expressed their desire to see it return. Despite the love it garnered, Dreyer’s has not reintroduced this unique flavor.
Blue Bell’s Great Divide
Blue Bell’s Great Divide was the perfect choice for indecisive ice cream lovers, featuring a split tub of vanilla and chocolate ice cream. It was a classic offering that appealed to both flavor camps without requiring compromise. While some regions may still carry variations of this idea, the original Great Divide has disappeared from most markets. Fans appreciated its simplicity and balance but lament its limited availability now. Blue Bell has focused on other flavors in its lineup, leaving this classic behind.
Friendly’s Wattamelon Roll
The Wattamelon Roll was a summer staple featuring watermelon sherbet with a center of chocolate chips and a green rind of lime sherbet. Its playful appearance and fruity taste made it a hit for celebrations and warm-weather treats. Friendly’s eventually discontinued the Wattamelon Roll, sparking sadness among its fans. The flavor evoked nostalgia for many, who still hope for its return. Its unique design and refreshing flavors remain fondly remembered.
This article originally appeared on RetailShout.
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