Jeni Britton’s creative vision has shaped Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams for more than 20 years, earning the founder a James Beard Award and giving the Columbus company a distinct approach to ice cream. The Certified B Corp makes its recipes completely from scratch and runs its own scoop shops, with a mission centered on bringing people together.
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The CharmeryBaltimore natives David and Laura Alima turned more than a decade of dreaming and worldwide ice-cream research into The Charmery, a locally rooted shop built around happiness through ice cream. Its handcrafted flavors draw on Maryland agriculture and maker culture, while its Friday Flavor Drop gives the team room to experiment with ideas inspired by community collaborators. The Charmery also brings its scoop-centered celebrations to workplaces and gatherings across the Baltimore-Washington region.BALTIMORE, MD
Bruster's Real Ice CreamFounded by Bruce Reed in Bridgewater in 1989, Bruster’s Real Ice Cream makes small-batch ice cream fresh each day in its shops. Its old-fashioned slow-kettle process and rotating collection of more than 150 handcrafted recipes give each independently owned location its own daily flavor lineup, while desserts such as handmade waffle cones and ice cream cakes are prepared in-house.GLEN BURNIE, MD
Jane's Ice CreamSince 1985, Jane’s Ice Cream has made small-batch, handcrafted ice cream and sorbet in the Hudson Valley, building on recipes cherished by founders Amy Keller and Bob Guidubaldi. This boutique family business uses hormone-free milk from New York State cows and natural local ingredients, with an unusually broad selection that includes vegan versions of familiar favorites. Dino Ritchie now carries the original owners’ legacy forward while expanding the brand.KINGSTON, NY
Mitchell's HomemadeFounded by brothers in 1999, Mitchell’s Homemade makes hand-crafted ice cream in small batches at its Ohio City Kitchen, where the production is visible from the shop. The Cleveland-area company builds its flavors around local dairy, seasonal ingredients and homemade components, while also making ice cream cakes and pies for celebrations. Its community role extends beyond the scoop counter through catering and support for fundraising events benefiting education, health and the arts.WESTLAKE, OH