Graeter's

Graeter's is a regional ice cream chain based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Founded in 1870 by Louis C. Graeter, the company has been family-owned and operated for four generations. Known for its rich, creamy texture and large chocolate chips, Graeter's ice cream is made using a French pot process, a method that involves freezing the ice cream in small batches and hand-packing it into pints.

History

Louis C. Graeter started the company in 1870, selling his ice cream at street markets in Cincinnati. After his death in 1919, his wife Regina took over the business and expanded it to include a small chain of ice cream parlors. Today, the company is run by the fourth generation of the Graeter family and has expanded to include over 50 retail locations in the Midwest and South.

Production

Graeter's ice cream is made using a French pot process, a method that involves freezing the ice cream in small two-gallon batches. This process, which is slower and more labor-intensive than modern methods, results in a denser, creamier ice cream with fewer air bubbles. The company also uses high-quality ingredients, including fresh cream and egg yolks, and makes its own chocolate chips by pouring melted chocolate into the ice cream as it freezes.

Flavors

Graeter's offers a variety of flavors, including classics like vanilla and chocolate, as well as unique flavors like Black Raspberry Chocolate Chip, which is one of the company's best sellers. Seasonal flavors, such as Peach and Pumpkin, are also available at certain times of the year.

Expansion

In addition to its retail locations, Graeter's ice cream is also sold in grocery stores across the United States. The company has also expanded its product line to include low-glycemic ice cream for diabetics and lactose-free options for those with dietary restrictions.

See Also

• List of ice cream brands
• List of food companies