If you want wacky flavors that will take your breath away, you have come to the right place. Ben and Jerry's have commercialized great service, excellent food, and meticulous business practices. They are about as close to a mom-and-pop ice cream shop as you can get, all while maintaining an international, multibillion-dollar brand. Why go anywhere else for your ice cream when you have the choice of eating at Ben and Jerry's?
Ben and Jerry's is open every day of the week from 10/11 am to 8/9 pm – For breakfast, lunch, and dinner (so long as those meals are ice cream related!)
Ben and Jerry's was founded by two wonderful gentlemen by the names of Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield. These childhood friends had a devout love of ice cream, which ultimately lead to them creating the world-famous Ben and Jerry's ice cream company. They interestingly completed a correspondence course for Pennsylvania State University's Creamery. Ice cream became a fast passion and the two opened their first ice cream parlor in Vermont, in 1973. It goes without saying that the two turned their small business, starting with a loan of just $12,000, into a major success, And for that, they deserve a heck of a lot of respect.
If you want to find out more about Ben, Jerry, or Ben and Jerry's, you can do so by clicking the link to their website. Click here.
Where can I get Ben and Jerry's ice cream?
Ben & Jerry's ice cream has become a world-renowned favorite. That means, you can bet you'll find a Ben & Jerry's store all over the place. Every country in the European Union has at least one Ben & Jerry's location. You will also find them in Brazil, Canada, and Mexico. Pretty good going, for two guys in a converted gas station, to a global empire of delicious frozen treats! Ben & Jerry's ice cream is also available in most supermarkets, so unlike other ice cream chains, you can eat them at home at your leisure. But, there is something to be said about going into a Ben and Jerry's in person and getting a fresh scoop. You can't beat it.
Ben & Jerry's has a really sweet map of their locations around the globe on their website. You can head over to that by clicking here.
What makes Ben and Jerry's ice cream so delicious?
Ben and Jerry's have a knack for creating deliciously creamy ice cream that other brands simply cannot compete with. If you wonder why, it's partially a secret. They are never going to share all of their secrets. But, they do share some. For example, they have a philosophy that the best ice cream is full of a special ingredient. Air. Air content improves ice cream taste, it creates lighter, creamier, textures as well as enriches every flavor. Another criterion that all Ben and Jerry's ice cream must hit is that it simply must be prepared with only the freshest ingredients. Fresh milk and cream, free-range eggs, ethically sourced sugar, and premium air. Well, it's just air. But they're bound to use the best air, right?
Why does the company have such a good reputation?
Ben and Jerry's excels in far more ways than just creating ice cream. They have such a good reputation because they are SUCH a good company. They aspire to have a company that not only cares for its customers, but for its employees as well. For example, Ben and Jerry's tend to double the national minimum wage as a starting salary for their employees. A happy employee is an efficient employee. Right? Well, that extends to their cows too. Sort of. Ben and Jerry's runs a program called the caring dairy program. The caring dairy program ensures that not only are all the farmers who work at the Ben and Jerry's well looked after, but so are the cows. No growth hormones or harmful steroids are used to make their cows grow faster or produce more milk. Ben and Jerry's even went on to win the good dairy award at 2013's 'Compassion in Farming Awards'.
What is free cone day?
On the one-year anniversary of the very first Ben and Jerry's ice cream shop, in Burlington, Vermont, the dynamic duo ran a free ice cream cone day to celebrate their success and thank their loving community and loyal supporters. It was a hit! How could it not be? Ben and Jerry enjoyed the day so much that they committed to having another free ice cream cone day every year. And they have done. From way back in the 70s until this year, 2022. They have already confirmed that free ice cream cone day will be going ahead in 2023 also. Free ice cream cone day falls on the same day every year, the same day as their anniversary, March 21.
Do Ben & Jerry's have dairy-free options?
Ben & Jerry's has a ton of incredible dairy-free and vegan options on its menu. Their stores tend to have way more dairy-free options than grocery stores, so you are bound to find something you love the sound of. Ben and Jerry's is all about being inclusive and welcoming, from the way they run their business to the feeling you get when you walk into one of their ice cream parlors. They have made a gigantic effort to re-imagine all of their classic favorites such as brownies, baked Alaska, and of course – cookie dough. All of these reimagined flavors are completely dairy free and make a great treat for non-dairy eaters and dairy fanatics alike. Ben and Jerry's don't hold back, their dairy-free options are pretty darn good! If you are unsure about which ice creams in the store are suitable for you and your dietary needs, feel free to speak to a member of staff. They are keen and eager to help you find the perfect ice cream for you from one of their dozens of amazing flavors.