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The Craziest Ice Cream Flavors In Every State

These unique ice creams will make you want to road trip across America.

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Tara Moore

I scream, you scream, we all scream... because these ice creams are weird in the best way possible.

1

Alabama

Alabama
Courtesy of Cammie's Homemade Old Dutch Ice Cream Shoppe

Black Walnut at Cammie's Old Dutch Ice Cream Shoppe, Mobile

A sweet cream base balances out the strong ,earthy note of black walnuts, which are very different from the mild English variety most people are familiar with.

2

Alaska

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Roasted Tumeric, Candied Ginger at Coppa, Juneau

Coppa is full of incredible flavors you can only find there, including this new one, which they're pegging as a delicious and anti-inflammatory treat.

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3

Arizona

Arizona
Courtesy of Sweet Republic

Sweet Corn at Sweet Republic, Scottsdale

Corn on the cob might be a summer essential, but this ice cream is even better, turning cornbread into a frozen dessert. We'll take two scoops.

*Part of a seasonal menu, check for availability.

4

Arkansas

Arkansas
Courtesy of Loblolly Creamery

Buttermilk at Loblolly Creamery, Little Rock

Just when you thought you wouldn't ever try straight-up buttermilk, this number comes along. Each scoop has a subtle but addictive richness similar to cheesecake.

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5

California

California
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Vietnamese Coffee with Frosted Almonds and Peanut Butter Curry at Humphry Slocombe, San Francisco

This is far from your typical morning cup of joe. Made with decadent Blue Bottle Vietnamese-style coffee, each batch is zipped with hot curry, creamy peanut butter, and crunchy candied almonds.

6

Colorado

Colorado
Courtesy of Sweet Action Ice Cream

Goat Cheese Beet Swirl at Sweet Action Ice Cream, Denver

Roasted beets make for a sweet, rich red contrast to this thick and tangy goat cheese treat.

*Part of a seasonal menu, check for availability.

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7

Connecticut

Connecticut
Courtesy of Walnut Beach Creamery

Tea Time at Walnut Beach Creamery, Milford

Prepare to raise your pinkies: This scoop is steeped with black tea and dotted with crumbles of buttery shortbread. We'd venture to say it's better than afternoon tea.

*Part of a seasonal menu, check for availability.

8

Delaware

Delaware
Courtesy of The Ice Cream Store

Catching Fire at The Ice Cream Store, Rehoboth Beach

You'll gladly volunteer as tribute to try this Hunger Games-inspired ice cream, folded with orange, mango, and strawberry swirls. The Capital-style surprise? A real scorpion is placed atop each cone.

*Part of a seasonal menu, check for availability.

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9

Florida

Florida
Courtesy of Azucar Ice Cream Company

Red Hot Lover at Azucar Ice Cream Company, Miami

We can't guarantee you'll find your soulmate but you will fall for this hottie, a light banana ice cream mixed with fiery Red Hots.

*Part of a seasonal menu, check for availability.

10

Georgia

Georgia
Courtesy of Leopold's Ice Cream

Tutti Frutti at Leopold's Ice Cream, Savannah

Who said fruit cake was the worst? Okay, like everyone. But this ice cream iteration, spiked with rum, swirled with roasted Georgia pecans, and sweetened with candied fruit proves us all wrong.

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11

Hawaii

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Black Sabbath at Wing's Ice Cream, Honolulu

It's unclear what's really going on here, but it looks super rock and roll.

12

Idaho

Idaho
Courtesy of Toni's Sun Valley Ice Cream Co.

Chai at Toni's Sun Valley Ice Cream Co., Sun Valley

Skip the coffee shop and scoop this frozen treat for your afternoon pick-me-up. Bonus: It'll make you feel warm and fuzzy inside thanks to baking spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of black pepper.

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13

Illinois

Illinois
Courtesy of Capannari Ice Cream

Lavender Honey at Capannari Ice Cream, Prospect

Sweet and floral lavender is one of the most fragrant and versatile edible blooms. Pair it with honey and you've got one of the most refreshing and relaxing treats ever.

14

Indiana

Indiana
Courtesy of Valpo Velvet

Superman at Valpo Velvet, Valparaiso

Blue Moon (a Midwest flavor that tastes like Fruit Loops), Cherry, and Lemon offer a burst of colorful flavor.

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15

Iowa

Iowa
Courtesy of Over the Top

Salty Caramel Cashew at Over the Top, Pleasant Hill

This scoop has also gotten fudge, cashew pieces, and a salted caramel fudge swirl. Totally OTT.

16

Kansas

Kansas
Courtesy of Glace Artisan Ice Cream

Pineapple Cilantro Sorbet at Glace Artisan Ice Cream, St. Leawood

The sour sweetness of pineapple meets the crisp, grassy notes of the cilantro to meld into one ultimate fresh summer flavor. (For the record: We think this would make a killer boozy float.)

*Part of a seasonal menu, check for availability.

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Kentucky

Kentucky
Courtesy of Homemade Ice Cream and Pie Kitchen

Cayenne Chocolate at Homemade Ice Cream and Pie Kitchen, Louisville

This cone is the epitome of sugar and spice and everything nice: The Mexican hot chocolate-inspired flavor takes rich dark chocolate and funks it up with smokey-spicey cayenne pepper.

*Part of a seasonal menu, check for availability.

18

Louisiana

Louisiana
Courtesy of The Creole Creamery

Champagne and Violette at The Creole Creamery, New Orleans

This floral flavor combination is like a sophisticated version of strawberries and sparkling wine. It's enough to make you feel all bubbly inside.

*Part of a seasonal menu, check for availability.

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19

Maine

Maine
Courtesy of Ben and Bill's Chocolate Emporium

Lobster at Ben and Bill's Chocolate Emporium, Bar Harbor

We know this sounds absolutely insane, but butter-infused ice cream topped with cooked lobster is a dinner-dessert hybrid that's so wrong, it's right.

20

Maryland

Maryland
Courtesy of The Charmery

Old Bay Caramel at The Charmery, Baltimore

The beloved crab-boil seasoning gets folded into sugary caramel for a savory-sweet and creamy treat that rivals sea-salt-caramel desserts everywhere.

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