Here at Montana Gift Corral, we are proud to celebrate the incredible businesses that make Bozeman so special. One local business that we just can’t help but feature is Genuine Ice Cream, a locally owned and operated shop that crafts small-batch ice cream right here in the Gallatin Valley.
If you haven’t had the chance to taste test this local gem, let us give you the inside scoop on why it’s so beloved within our community!
The Backstory of Genuine Ice Cream
Genuine Ice Cream started out in 2014, specifically in the wholesale market, before opening up its retail shop in 2018! To start, they operated a seasonal trailer outside of the Lark Hotel in Bozeman, which they ran for three summers. In 2020 they moved into their first year-round location on 5th and Main Street. Since spring 2023, they’ve been serving up their delicious ice cream from a new space at Peach Street and 7th! Not only will you find their flavors at this location, but they also wholesale to well-known spots like BZN Market, Montana Ale Works, Roost Fried Chicken, Town & Country Foods, Big Sky Resort, Yellowstone Country Club, and many more across the Big Sky State.
Crafted with Care
One thing that makes Genuine stand out as a community favorite is its dedication to quality and creativity. Each and every batch of ice cream is crafted with fresh, local ingredients whenever possible. Using the best products lets the company create flavors that are creamy, rich, and oh-so-delicious!
Genuine is passionate about doing whatever it takes to create the best-tasting flavors. They don’t take the easy route if it’ll create a lesser product! They make all of their baked goods, fruit purees, caramel, and other treats they mix into their ice cream, in-house. For their Honey Lavender flavor, they steep lavender flowers in milk. It’s the little things like that that make the biggest difference in the taste of their ice cream!
On that note, we know you’ll be impressed by Genuine’s range of flavors from classic to bold and adventurous! You’ll find staples like Vanilla or Dark Chocolate, but they also offer unique picks like Honey Lavender, Salted Caramel, and Huckleberry (which is just perfect for Montana). Starting out as a rotating flavor, Huckleberry was so popular that it became a year-round option – plus, it’s made with real huckleberries! Their most popular flavor by far? Milk and Cookies. And for good reason, it’s delicious! All flavors crafted by Genuine are a collaboration of ideas from staff and customers. If you ever think of a delicious flavor you’d like to try, let their team know! Who knows, maybe it’ll become a reality.
Rooted in the Bozeman Community
Aside from their yummy and creative flavors, one of the things we love most about Genuine Ice Cream is their connection to our community. As a locally owned and operated business, they understand the importance of giving back and staying true to their Montana roots! Whenever possible, they make sure to source ingredients from local farmers and producers. Plus, with a team that reaches nearly 30 employees during peak season, they’ve been an integral part of Bozman’s local economy!
The passionate crew at Genuine Ice Cream also supports non-profits like American Rivers, Montana Conservation Corps, Backcountry Hunters & Anglers, Gallatin Valley Land Trust, and more!
Located centrally here in Bozeman, their shop is a great spot to stop by for a sweet treat after exploring the area! We’re lucky to be surrounded by awesome businesses like Genuine Ice Cream that make the Gallatin Valley feel so special. Their passion for creating high-quality products inspires us to continue offering the best of Montana to everyone who visits us, from near and far!
Don’t forget to grab a sweet treat at their year-round location at 605 W Peach St, Unit 101, or at our store, BZN Market, in the Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport!
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Written by: Alexa Jorgenson, MGC Marketing Communications Specialist
Blog Cover by: Averi Thompson, MGC Graphic Designer
Photography by: Lucy Rosenthal, MGC Photographer & Videographer
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