This Mouthwatering Ice Cream Trail In Kentucky Is All You’ve Ever Dreamed Of And More
If you don’t love ice cream, then you probably won’t like this post. But who doesn’t love ice cream? And Kentucky is filled with scrumptious choices from simple homemade vanilla to wild-flavored soft serve. So, if you’d like to hit a different type of trail and visit many of the best ice cream shops in the state, then look no further. A few hours in the car (and an empty stomach) are all that are required on this mouthwatering ice cream trail throughout Kentucky.
1. Crank & Boom Craft Ice Cream -
1210 Manchester St.
Lexington, KY 40504
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.
2. 4 Generations - 204 W Main St. Stanford, KY 40484
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.
3. Chaney's Dairy Barn -
9191 Nashville Rd. Bowling Green, KY 42101
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.
4. Lic's Deli & Ice Cream - 2020 W. Parrish Ave. Owensboro, KY 42301
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.
5. Homemade Ice Cream & Pie Kitchen - 2525 Bardstown Rd. Louisville, KY 40205
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.
6. The Comfy Cow -
13301 Shelbyville Rd.
Louisville, KY 40223
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.
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.
