Don’t Miss Out on the Magic of Summer
Summer is right around the corner, and for ice cream shops, that means one thing: opportunity. Longer days, warmer nights, and a crowd of customers ready to cool down with something sweet and refreshing are on their way. But here’s the thing—if you’re serving the same vanilla and chocolate swirl you’ve been scooping since spring, you might be missing out on the magic of summer.
At Flavor Burst, we know how powerful the right flavor can be—not just to excite your regulars, but to pull in new customers who are looking for something different. That’s why now is the perfect time to explore some of the flavor possibilities you haven’t tried yet. Let’s talk about three flavor ideas you need to consider for summer 2025.
One in a Melon: This Flavor’s Having a Moment
If summer had a mascot, it might just be a slice of watermelon. It’s bright, juicy, fun, and instantly makes you think of picnics and sunshine. And yet—watermelon is surprisingly underused in ice cream shops. That’s a missed opportunity!
A watermelon swirl on soft serve is bold and refreshing. It’s the perfect way to catch the eye of passersby and tempt those adventurous customers who want to try something new. Pair it with mini chocolate chips or sprinkles to create watermelon seeds for an engaging and creative spin on the flavor. Inspire the feeling of a tropical vacation with watermelon and pina colada swirl. Either way, it’s the perfect pairing for those balmy summer days headed our way.
The Ultimate Root Beer Float Twist
Root beer floats are nostalgic. They remind people of summer nights, drive-ins, and county fairs. So why not take that idea and turn it into something fun and familiar—but with a new twist?
Try serving a root beer swirl cone and pair it with actual root beer for a double hit of flavor. Or better yet, create your own soda + soft serve combos: cola with cherry swirl, orange soda with vanilla and tropical orange, grape soda with watermelon—the possibilities are endless. It’s not just dessert anymore—it’s an experience.
Zest Friends Forever: Lemonade Flavors with a Twist
Remember lemonade stands? All we needed as children were a couple of plastic cups, a handwritten sign, and the pure joy of a summer afternoon. It’s time to bring that nostalgia back but with a flavor-forward, modern upgrade.
Start with our classic lemon flavor and give it a twist. Try blackberry lemonade, peach lemonade, strawberry lemonade, or even lemon pina colada. Give lemon stripe soft serve an icy twist by serving it as a float with frozen lemonade slush. Better yet, offer a “Lemonade Flight” where customers can sample a trio of flavors in one order. It’s the kind of playful creativity that gets people talking—and sharing photos on social media.
Shake It Up
This summer, don’t just scoop ice cream—start conversations. Spark curiosity. Encourage taste tests. You don’t need a full menu overhaul to create attention—just the courage to try out a new flavor or two.
Ready to try something new? Check out all of our available flavors in our Syrup Shop. The summer is full of possibilities. Let’s make it your most flavorful yet.