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New Forest Ice Cream | Ice Cream Manufacture Wholesale - Aug 2025

Why Everyone Talked About Fruity Flavours This Summer

Refreshing, colourful and completely on trend – here’s why fruity ice creams stole the show in 2025.

It’s Official: Fruity was the Flavour of the Summer

There’s just something about fruit flavours in the summertime – light, vibrant, refreshing and a little nostalgic. And in 2025, they weren’t just popular… they were the most talked-about trend in UK ice cream.

Whether it was the tang of citrus, the exotic feel of mango or the cool freshness of raspberry, fruity scoops were flying out of freezers faster than ever.

But what’s behind the fruity flavour boom and how can hospitality venues and retailers tap into it?

Let’s dive in.

A Taste of the Tropics: Flavours That Feel Like Holidays

According to Google Trends and industry insight, consumers were seeking out tropical and exotic flavours that transported them to warmer, sunnier places.

Here are some of the fruity heroes from our own range that were getting rave reviews:

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Tropical Mango Blast

A fan favourite that’s bold, juicy, and totally summer-ready. The perfect fruity hit for warm days.

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Coconut

Creamy, dreamy and lightly tropical – this flavour was a subtle crowd-pleaser, ideal for pairing with fruit or chocolate-based desserts.

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Banana

Classic and comforting with a retro twist. It’s giving banana milkshake energy, and customers loved it.

New Forest Ice Cream | Raspberry Lemonade Sorbet

Award-Winning & Refreshing: Our Raspberry Lemonade Sorbet

We couldn’t talk about fruity flavours without shouting about our latest Great Taste Award winner – Raspberry Lemonade Sorbet.

This zesty, vibrant scoop recently picked up a Great Taste Award 2025, and it’s not hard to see why:

“A feisty sorbet, full of raspberry zing and uplifting acidity… Bright, refreshing and fizzing with flavour… Soft, smooth texture – no ice crystals in sight!” – Great Taste Awards Judges

Made with real fruit, this standout sorbet option proved a hit for those looking for a lighter dessert.

Why Fruity Flavours Work for Trade Menus

From cafés to gastropubs and mobile catering vans, fruity ice creams are more versatile than ever. Here’s why they’re smart menu additions:

  • Lighter options for customers who want a refreshing finish
  • Fresh tropical appeal with fruity sorbets like Mango & Passion Fruit
  • Colourful presentation – perfect for eye-catching plating & Instagram moments
  • Seasonal relevance – they sell better when the sun’s out

Need a show-stopping scoop for your dessert board or takeaway tub range? Our fruity line-up is sunshine in a cone.

Trade-Ready and Summer-Proof
All of our ice cream and sorbet is made in our AA grade BRCGS accredited facility, ensuring outstanding quality, food safety, and consistency.

Whether you’re planning a menu refresh for 2026, adding impulse products to your freezer, or surprising customers with trend-led flavours, we’re here to help you prepare now for next summer’s success.

Let’s Add Some Fruit to Your Freezer

Looking to stock any of the fruity favourites above? Or want to know which flavours are bestsellers in your region?

Get in touch with our team today and let’s make your summer menu shine.

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