Here's the scoop! Island Creamery named 'Best Ice Cream Place in U.S.' by USA Today
What's the scoop on Island Creamery?
The independent Eastern Shore ice cream shop has officially been named the "Best Ice Cream Place in America" by USA Today. Island Creamery was awarded the No. 1 spot on July 7 for its use of quality, fresh ingredients and creativity.
"Churning an all-natural premium ice cream mix from local cows, Island Creamery's flavors are inspired by local fruit farmers," said USA Today’s 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards. "Some of the most popular homemade small-batch treats include Bourbon Caramel Crunch, Java Jolt, super rich double chocolate Marsh Mud and Cotton Candy Party."
"We're honored to win it," said Island Creamery co-owner Drew Conklin.
"We couldn't have done it without you. We're humbled. We love you. Thank you," he said to his loyal customer base.
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Maryland Comptroller Brooke E. Lierman recently visited Island Creamery to give the award-winning ice cream a taste. Lierman can personally vouch that it's the top in the nation, the Comptroller of Maryland shared online.
The indie ice cream shop has three locations across Maryland and Virginia. Its original shop, located at 6243 Maddox Blvd. in Chincoteague, opened in 1975 under Bob and Nancy Conklin as a candy store known as Mr. Chocolate.
The family-owned business has since expanded, first to Berlin in 2017 and then to Salisbury in 2018. All of Island Creamery's ice cream is made on-site.
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Olivia Minzola covers communities on the Lower Shore. Contact her with tips and story ideas at ominzola@delmarvanow.com.
This article originally appeared on Salisbury Daily Times: Island Creamery named 'Best Ice Cream Place in America' by USA Today
