This Mouthwatering Ice Cream Trail In Kentucky Is The Sweetest Adventure In The State
If you don’t love ice cream, then you probably won’t like this post. But who doesn’t love ice cream?! Kentucky is filled with scrumptious ice cream choices from simple homemade vanilla to wild-flavored soft serve. So, if you’d like to hit a different type of trail and taste some of the best ice cream in Kentucky, then look no further. A few hours in the car (and an empty stomach) is all that is required on this mouthwatering ice cream trail throughout Kentucky. So buckle in! This is about to be one tasty trip.
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Enjoy local, Kentucky flavors with Crank & Boom's artisan ice cream. Their unique flavors and concoctions are perfectly paired with a local craft beer or glass of wine.
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Address: 1210 Manchester St., Lexington, KY 40504
In historic Stanford, you'll find 4 Generations, one of the most-loved ice cream shops in the state. This family-run business provides excellent customer service and serves up flavors such as Blue Moon and Banana Pudding.
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Address: 204 W Main St. Stanford, KY 40484
Your third stop on the trail will bring you to Chaney's Dairy Barn. With state-inspired flavors such as Mint Julep (made with Maker's Mark!) and Vanilla Bourbon, their ice cream is fresh from the farm and incredibly delicious.
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Address: 9191 Nashville Rd. Bowling Green, KY 42101
Lic's (short for the previous name - Lloyd's Ice Cream Shoppes), originated in Evansville, Indiana but thankfully crossed the border into Owensboro. Their hand-spun ice cream is frequently voted as the best around and the old-fashioned style makes it a charming stop along the trail.
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Address: 2120 W Parrish Ave, Owensboro, KY 42301
Since 1982, Homemade Ice Cream & Pie Kitchen has been churning fresh ice cream, made from local ingredients. They have a large regular menu of sweet treats, including Creme Brûlée, Smurf and Peace, Love & Chocolate.
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Address: 2525 Bardstown Rd. Louisville, KY 40205
Wrap up your time on this sweet trail with one of the 5 Louisville locations of The Comfy Cow. Their vast menu makes it hard to choose just one flavor, so it may be best to try one of the seasonal options. At Derby time, they are all inspired by this Kentucky tradition.
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Address: 13301 Shelbyville Rd.Louisville, KY 40223
If you find yourself with a sweet tooth and a few hours to spare, head out on Kentucky’s own ice cream trail. There are many others that could be added, but we have to stop indulging at some point, right? Did your favorite local ice cream make the trail? Which ones should we try out next? Let us know in the comments below! And for a direct link to the map of this trail, click here.
Address: 4 Generations - 204 W Main St. Stanford, KY 40484
Address: 9191 Nashville Rd. Bowling Green, KY 42101
Address: Manchester St, Lexington, KY, USA
Address: 2120 W Parrish Ave, Owensboro, KY 42301, USA
Address: 2525 Bardstown Rd, Louisville, KY 40205, USA
Address: 13301 Shelbyville Rd, Louisville, KY 40223, USA
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Best Ice Cream In Kentucky
May 09, 2020
Marisa Roman
What is the most famous ice cream shop in Kentucky?
If you’re looking to start with the best of the best in terms of ice cream shops in Kentucky, then we recommend visiting Chaney’s Dairy Barn first. As one of the most popular ice cream stores in the state, people come from all over to Bowling Green in order to indulge. Also, if you want to check out a few more places this summer, feel free to peruse the 13 best ice cream shops in KY, many of which are not part of the above-mentioned trail!
Where can I find the best desserts in Kentucky?
If you aren’t an ice cream fan, don’t worry, Kentucky still has plenty of sweets options for you to enjoy. For instance, Sweet Surrender Dessert Cafe in Kentucky is an award-winning dessert cafe known for its sweet treats. We’re talking cakes, cookies, pies, and so much more. All desserts are made from scratch right there in the store, so get ready for one special experience!
Can I visit any drive-thru ice cream parlors in Kentucky?
Some of the best takeout ice cream in Kentucky allows you to stay in your car and never even step foot outside. This means you can swing on in, grab your deliciously refreshing ice cream, and keep on trucking in no time. Dairy Queen and Graeter’s offer some easy drive-thru ice cream service, with locations all throughout the state.
A Cincinnati native who has lived in Kentucky for over 10 years, Andrea's heart belongs both in the Queen City and the Bluegrass State. After earning an education degree and working in that field for a number of years, Andrea began to pursue her passion for writing over 6 years ago. Since then she has written for a number of print and online publications, as well as published a children's book.
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