Just in time for the 2026 ice cream season, Graeter’s, the ultra-premium ice cream company, has announced its limited-edition bonus flavor lineup for the summer! There are six remarkable trailblazing flavors — some are already available while others are coming soon — that embrace the thrill of seasonal nostalgia. These special offerings were inspired by cherished memories of vacations, theme parks, fireworks, and more.

What Is Graeter’s Secret to Making the Best Ice Cream?

The secret to Graeter’s indulgently creamy hand-crafted ice cream isn’t an ingredient; it’s a process. Like the company has done since 1870, when Louis Charles Graeter first started making and selling ice cream on the streets of Cincinnati, Ohio, Graeter’s uses the French Pot-method. Each 2.5-gallon batch is created by slowly blending a high-butterfat ice cream mix until it reaches a dense, rich swirl of chilled heaven. Graeter’s slowly frozen handmade treat contains less air than mass-produced products and allows the company to create the most unique chocolate chips on the market. For over 150 years, Graeter’s has refused to compromise this process. The drive to adhere to time-tested traditions and the company’s commitment to creativity have made Graeter’s one of the most highly regarded brands of premium ice cream in the U.S.

The French Pot Process.

What are the Graeter’s Limited-Edition Bonus Flavors for Summer 2026?

Graeter’s has a phenomenal assortment of ice cream flavors that spans everything from refreshing Banana Chip to revitalizing Vienna Coffee. Nearly as legendary as the company’s production methods are its wildly fun and inspired limited-edition bonus flavors. The official list of groundbreaking creations slated for the summer of 2026 includes…

  • Cherry Sparkler
  • Ghost Notes
  • Marrakesh Coffee
  • Peanut Butter & Clouds
  • Strawberry Sorbet
  • Summer Peach

Graeter’s Summer 2026 Limited-Edition Bonus Ice Cream Flavors Ranked

To rate Graeter’s newest limited-edition bonus ice cream flavors, obviously the staff at Entertaining Options had to do a taste test. While the results (and ranking) are subjective (based on individual preferences), the reviews are honest first-impressions of these glorious flavors. To be fair, though, if the name Greater’s is printed on the packaging, we already know it’s going to be a luxuriously creamy delight.

Graeter’s Marrakesh Coffee Ice Cream: 2026 Review

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Graeter’s Marrakesh Coffee is inspired by the wonderfully bold and tantalizingly spiced coffee blends of the Middle East. The strong black coffee base is crafted for passionate coffee lovers — if you’re not a fervent Bean Head this offering might be a little potent for your palate. To make your mouth tingle with joy, Graeter’s added a rousing splash of ginger and cardamom. There’s also just a hint of cinnamon sprinkled into the mix. If indulgence is dipping a ginger cookie into a bold black brew and savoring the experience, you are in the target demographic for Graeter’s Marrakesh Coffee.

Graeter’s Strawberry Sorbet: 2026 Review

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The sweetest flavor comes from strawberries harvested from late spring through early summer. Since Graeter’s uses real strawberries picked at Pacific Northwest farms, summer is the ideal time to release this dairy-free limited-edition offering. The inspiration for this vibrantly sweet and terrifically tart treat comes from the simple childhood joys of fruity summer comfort foods. Graaeter’s Strawberry Sorbet is made from a slow-frozen strawberry puree using the company’s French Pot method of crafting chilled desserts. This jubilant, juicy delight, which is safe for individuals with dietary restrictions, is a highly rewarding treasure for all ages.

Graeter’s Peanut Butter & Clouds Ice Cream: 2026 Review

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Fluffernutter is a word you can taste. When Graeter’s used it for inspiration for its Peanut Butter & Clouds Ice Cream, that was a risky move. That sandwich holds such a special place in so many childhoods; if the company didn’t nail it, reviewers would not be kind. Fortunately, Graeter’s was up to the task. We didn’t even have the lid fully off, and the subtle nutty aroma was already overwhelmingly enticing. But the flavor itself wasn’t overpowering. Instead, it was like the lingering joy a sweet dream brings in the morning. But what elevated this lovely creation to sublime heights was the texture of the marshmallows. The silken white clouds remained remarkably fluffy, even though they were frozen. Indulging in Graeter’s Peanut Butter & Clouds Ice Cream is a magical experience that pays homage to your most cherished childhood memories.

Graeter’s Ghost Notes Ice Cream: 2026 Review

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This collaborative venture was inspired by the return of Phantom Theater to Kings Island amusement park in Mason, Ohio. The long-cherished, family-friendly dark ride originally operated from 1992 to 2002. The reimagined Phantom Theater: Opening Nightmare reopened at the beginning of this season. It features new animatronics, an updated story, and interactive gameplay (evasive ethereal Ghost Notes that guests try to capture with their Spellbound Flashlights before the ride ends).

Greater’s limited-edition Ghost Notes Ice Cream has a magical purple base that is whipped with spectral wisps of marshmallow and firm but chewy marshmallow cookie dough (the Ghost Notes). Quite possibly, this is the most fun ice cream we’ve ever tasted. It’s wonderfully sweet, has a surprisingly rich grape flavor, and it’s a blast seeing how many Ghost Notes we can catch in each spoonful. Graeter’s Ghost Notes Ice Cream is highly recommended for the whimsical adventurer who enjoys grand flavor exploits.

Graeter’s Summer Peach Ice Cream: 2026 Review

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The best advice for this offering is to order now. Supplies won’t last. Graeter’s Summer Peach Ice Cream is a highly anticipated flavor that takes advantage of the quintessential summer fruit: the peach. We loved that the texture was not too heavy — this ice cream has the perfect amount of peach pieces to please your palate. And the golden color is a definite plus. But most importantly, the flavor is so robust, we had to keep reminding ourselves, “This is ice cream; we’re not actually biting into a fresh peach.” Graeter’s Summer Peach Ice Cream tastes like summer! If you crave a refreshing and supremely satisfying blend of thick, creamy butterfat and juicy peaches, this is going to be your best summer ever thanks to Graeter’s.

Graeter’s Cherry Sparkler Ice Cream: 2026 Review

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The top slot in our summer ranking goes to Graeter’s Cherry Sparkler Ice Cream. It’s perfect. The simplicity is brilliant. To your eyes, it’s a pristine white with flecks of blue and red. Ideal for America’s 250th birthday! However, when you put a spoonful in your mouth, you discover a new dimension to this festive flavor. First, the creamy base is cherry, not vanilla, so your tongue is pleasantly surprised. Second, those colorful, little flecks explode with a gentle burst. That’s when you realize why this ice cream is called Cherry Sparkler. It’s not just a marvelous flavor, it’s a celebration for your mouth!

Three Best Ways to Get Graeter’s Ice Cream 

There are three ways to get Graeter’s Ice Cream. Each has a unique benefit for the ice cream lover.

How to Get the Freshest Graeter’s Ice Cream

Graeter’s Ice Cream has over 60 scoop shops spread out across five states: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Visiting a store gets you the freshest, highest quality Graeter’s Ice Cream possible. A scoop shop keeps the ice cream at an ideal temperature so it has the best, creamiest texture. To find the Graeter’s Ice Cream store closest to you, visit the Find A Store page on the company’s website.

The Most Convenient Way to Get Graeter’s Ice Cream

The most convenient way to get Graeter’s Ice Cream is to visit a local grocery store (Giant Eagle, Kroger, Fresh Market, or Wegmans) to grab a pint as soon as the craving hits. You can find the closest grocery store that carries Graeter’s Ice Cream by visiting the Where To Find Us page on Graeter’s website. It is important to note that grocery stores do not carry the full selection of flavors, so you might have to have a backup choice.

How to Shop for the Widest Variety of Graeter’s Ice Cream

The best way to get a pint of your favorite flavor of Graeter’s Ice Cream, no matter where you live, is to buy it directly from the company website. This means you can purchase any flavor that is currently available — including seasonal offerings and limited-edition bonus flavors — even if your local grocery store doesn’t stock it.

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