North Carolina: The No. 1 Spot to Get Ice Cream In the State

We all know and love some of our favorite ice cream spots to enjoy on a warm day. Ice cream is defined by Merriam-Webster as a sweet flavored frozen food containing cream or butterfat and usually eggs. But have you ever wondered where the best ice cream spot in North Carolina is?

We have discussed ice cream spots to try in Charlotte, but what about all of North Carolina? Or maybe even the best in South Carolina? There are so many ice cream spots to break down, but Food and Wine went and did just that. Thanks to Food and Wine, we are able to learn about the best ice cream in North Carolina.

The list includes the best spots in every state and we decided to bring to you a few states surrounding North Carolina for you to enjoy this summer during vacation. From mega scoops to hand-churned spots, you will enjoy every scoop in every state this year. For the full list with every state, click here.

• North Carolina

  Two Roosters Ice Cream is a must-try! Head to Raleigh and enjoy the best ice cream in North Carolina! Enjoy their famous Roasted Strawberry and Honey made with NC berries and local honey!

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• South Carolina

  If you’ve ever been to the Holy City, visit Off Track Ice Cream and enjoy made from scratch rich, creamy goodness in every single scoop!

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• Georgia

  Take a ride to Atlanta and take a scoop out of Cremalosa!  Enjoy some creamy gelato with homemade toppings that will take your gelato experience to the next level.

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• Virginia

  Get in line at Island Creamery in Chincoteague Island, Virginia and grab a scoop of their unique flavors including bourbon caramel crunch, cotton candy, vanilla butterscotch, snickers cheesecake, and more!

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• Tennessee

  If you ever end up in Tennessee, visit Cruze Farm Ice Cream in Sevierville. This local favorite allows customers to enjoy fresh churned ice cream right from a local dairy farm. 

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• Kentucky

  Take a visit to Louisville Cream and enjoy a scoop of goodness. Head on over to Louisville and enjoy homemade ice cream made with local dairy and fresh baked goods to enjoy alongside your scoops.

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• Florida

  If you head to Florida this summer for vacation, hopefully you end up in Miami and try out Dasher and Crank in Wynwood! Enjoy craft ice cream and premium ingredients to help get you through a hot summer day in Miami.

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• Alabama

  Head to Big Spoon Creamery in Birmingham, Alabama and get a big spoon full of creamy goodness. Enjoy artisan cream ice cream with local ingredients, fresh toppings, and innovative flavors.

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• West Virginia

  Head to West Virginia and visit Austin’s Ice Cream. This homemade ice cream shop is serving up flavors and scoops all summer long for the entire family.

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