Bay Area ice cream stores are gearing up for National Ice Cream Day with creative promotions and specialty flavors on July 20. This holiday has been celebrated since 1984 when President Reagan declared it. Vanilla is the favored flavor, representing 27% of ice cream sold last summer. New popular flavors include pistachio, green tea, and pineapple coconut. Local shops like Salt & Straw and Handel's Ice Cream are offering unique deals, with Salt & Straw launching new items and Handel's celebrating its anniversary with free ice cream for those 80 and older.
According to Instacart, vanilla remains America's favorite, representing 27% of all ice cream sold last summer. The top 10 flavors include vanilla, chocolate, cookies & cream, and others.
Pistachio, green tea, and pineapple coconut are growing in popularity, reflecting changing consumer preferences. Flavors like these highlight a diverse and evolving ice cream landscape.
Salt & Straw is launching new creations such as the Strawberry Shortcake Waffle Cone, along with new toppings and promotions during National Ice Cream Day.
Handel's is celebrating its 80th anniversary by offering a free small ice cream to everyone aged 80 or older, showcasing community engagement on National Ice Cream Day.
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