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In a tropical country like the Philippines, ice cream is a mealtime staple for all occasions, whether it’s scorching or raining. Many are already familiar with the classic buko, cheese, ube, chocolate, and vanilla flavors common in most Filipino ice cream parlors. However, some cafes are taking the experience of eating ice cream to a whole new level. Are you up for the challenge of discovering the next best scoop in the city? Check out these ice cream shops in Metro Manila with crazy ice cream flavor concoctions.
1. Toasted Forbidden Rice from Papa Diddi’s
Partnering with the local farmers, Papa Diddi's ice cream tells a story of a bond created by Papa Diddi as a lawyer and the farmers he offers his services to. Together, they created the Toasted Forbidden Rice sorbet. It is one of their signature ice cream flavors, which gives a unique taste of Cordillera’s black rice, or the balatinaw, originally served to royalties only. This sorbet is made with coconut milk and balatinaw bits.
Source: Papa Diddi’s Facebook
Papa Diddi’s
Address: 168 Maginhawa Street, Sikatuna Village, Quezon City
Contact information:(0977) 372 2503
2. Tinutong na Kanin from Manila Creamery
Another ice cream flavor that unleashes the potential of burnt rice is Manila Creamery’s Tinutong Na Kanin. One spoonful will allow you to taste the bittersweet taste of burnt rice, coconut milk, sweet macapuno, and red beans. You can order a pint which is good for four servings. Half a gallon is also available which is good for 15 servings.
Source: Manila Creamery Facebook
They also serve dairy-free ice cream flavors like the Black Buko’t Mangga Sorbet and Coconut Mangga’t Suman.
Manila Creamery
Address: 921 Sabino Padilla St, Binondo, Manila City
Contact Information: (0908) 764 5595
3. Cool Champorado from Elait
Another well-loved Pinoy comfort food is Champorado. It is a mix of chocolate, milk, rice, and is usually served hot with a side of tuyo or dilis. But in case you feel like craving for champorado even when it’s hot, why not try the ice cream version of it?
Source: Eliat Facebook
Local brand Elait sells handcrafted ice cream and yogurt, and they’ve added a new flavor in their menu: cool champorado. The ice cream version of champorado is “made with rich bittersweet chocolate, luscious milk powder, and rice crispies for that extra crunch.” This way, you won’t have to wait for the cool and breezy days to enjoy champorado.
Address: Varies per branch. See full list here.
Contact Information: Varies per branch. See full list here.
4. Shoyu and Caramel Ice Cream from Kurimu
Yes, you heard that right. Kurimu, a premium handcrafted ice cream brand, uses soy sauce or shoyu for their Shoyu Caramel ice cream. The rich combination of the sweet and savory flavors is just the right balance to get a taste of “complex caramel notes and a hint of umami.”
Source: Kurimu Website
Kurimu also serves other unique-tasting ice creams such as Yuzu Toasted Rice, Matcha, and other plant-based flavors. The ice cream flavors come in a minimalist-looking 16oz tub.
Kurīmu
Address: 1F Uptown Mall, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig (order online here)
Contact Information: hello@kurimu.ph
5. Tequila Cream from Karabella Dairy
Alcohol in ice cream is made possible with Karabella Dairy’s Tequila Cream! It's an alcohol-infused flavor that is carefully balanced with a sweet and milky taste and aromatic alcohol. It’s important to note that you won’t get tipsy with this ice cream brand. Still, eat responsibly!
Source: Karabella Dairy Instagram
Karabella Dairy
Address: Liwayway, Taguig, Kalakhang Maynila
Contact Number: (0917) 190 5797
6. Green Mango & Bagoong from Sebastian’s Ice Cream
Craving for the sour taste of green mango paired with bagoong? Sebastian’s Ice Cream’s Green Mango & Bagoong original flavor is perfect for you! This creation sets the bar high in uniqueness as the recommended warm temperature of their sweet bagoong is fused with green mangoes in a pint. Plus, it’s a dairy-free product!
Source: Sebastian’s Ice Cream Facebook
They also offer a new vegan-free product: Green Mango & Chili Sugar sorbet. What an intensely sour and sweet experience!
Sebastian’s Ice Cream
Address: 5th Floor, The Podium, 12 ADB Avenue, Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong City
Contact Number: (0977) 715 1378
7. Chili Crisp from Merry Moo Ice Cream
Another spicy-ish kind of ice cream flavor found in Mandaluyong is Merry Moo Ice Cream’s Limited Edition Chili Crisp sorbet. They incorporated the spicy Sichuan peppers of China into the delicate taste of their salty vanilla ice cream.You can order your ice cream tubs in half a gallon and one gallon sizes.
Source: Merry Moo Ice Cream Instagram
Merry Moo Ice Cream
Address: Varies per branch. See full list here.
Contact Information: Varies per branch. See full list here.
8. Mega-Malunggay from Fog City Creamery
Taking us to a next level of craving satisfaction, Fog City Creamery blows our mind with its vegetable-infused ice cream called Mega-Malunggay sorbet. They partnered with VPharma, the exclusive distributor of Mega-Malunggay, to create this healthy yet delightful treat.
Source: Fog City Creamery Website
Containing galactagogue ingredients, this brand helps mothers boost their breast milk production. This brand is perfect for mothers-to-be who love and need their ice cream fix.
Fog City Creamery
Address: (Pick-Up Point) Valle Verde 5, Pasig City
Contact Number: (0917) 883 3344
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