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Don ’ t let the name fool you : this ultra-thick concoction of whole milk , flavored syrup and “ frozen ice milk ” is awfully amazing . It can be found exclusively on Newport Creamery — an iconic New England tradition in its own right — menus . newportcreamery . com
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No matter if you ’ re an ice cream traditionalist or on the hunt for the next great frozen dairy alternative , these local shops will hit the ( sweet ) spot .
BRICKLEY ’ S HOMEMADE ICE CREAM LOCATIONS : Wakefield and Narragansett FAVE FLAVOR : Black Raspberry . The flavor is sweet and fruity , the base rich and creamy , and the hint of summer berries delivers a balanced yet delightful flavor . brickleys . com
THREE SISTERS LOCATION : Providence FAVE FLAVOR : A toss-up between Kulfi and Grandma ’ s Goodies . The former is made with cardamom , cinnamon , pistachios and almond extract while the latter features large chunks of brownies , cookies and blondies . threesistersri . com
CLEMENTINE ’ S HOMEMADE ICE CREAM LOCATION : East Greenwich FAVE FLAVOR : Butter Brickle . The smooth and buttery finish complements subtle notes of pecan , while small butter candies add a dense crunch to each bite . clementineseg . com
LIKE NO UDDER LOCATION : Providence FAVE FLAVOR : Mint Chocolate Chip . Like an Andes candy melting in your mouth , the creamy cashew base won ’ t leave you missing the dairy at this vegan ice cream shop . like-no-udder . com
WRIGHT ’ S DAIRY FARM AND BAKERY LOCATION : North Smithfield FAVE FLAVOR : Compost Cream . Leftover bits from house-made magic bars , Congo bars and pecan diamonds tossed with vanilla ice cream and chocolate ganache . PLUS : Look for Wright ’ s Scoop trailer in Warren . wrightsdairyfarm . com ; thewrightscoopri . com
TRICYCLE ICE CREAM LOCATION : Providence FAVE FLAVOR : If we ’ re talking ice cream sandwiches , we gotta go with the Thai Tea Ice Cream between two toasted coconut cookies . But in terms of ice cream tacos , the caramelized fruity pebbles ice cream in a vanilla waffle shell reigns supreme . tricycleicecream . com
LINCOLN CREAMERY LOCATION : Lincoln FAVE FLAVOR : Peanut Butter Caramel Cookie Dough . With three delicious flavors swirled into one sweet and salty cup or cone , what more could you possibly want ? lincolncreamery . com
KOW KOW LOCATION : Providence FAVE FLAVOR : The Birthday Cake and Berry Nutty options are amazing , but we ’ re most enchanted by their bubble waffle cones , which come in four drool-worthy variations : original , matcha , chocolate chip and vegan / gluten-free . kowkowfood . com
NANA ’ S ICE CREAM AND GELATO LOCATION : Narragansett FAVE FLAVOR : All the gelato . Not only is this traditionally Italian treat smoother and healthier than its cousin , but Nana ’ s offers robust flavors like amaretto , crème brule , cannoli , key lime pie and more . nanasgelato . com don ’ t miss !
Gelina ’ s Ice Cream Factory , Coventry Scoops Ice Cream Shop , Smithfield Sundaes , Johnston and Cranston Next to Nowhere Creamery , Exeter Gray ' s Ice Cream , Tiverton Warwick Ice Cream , Warwick Holy Cow , A Heavenly Experience ,
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