Autumn flavors are flourishing, and we’ve been tracking every fresh release. That coverage includes our notes on Graeter’s forthcoming fall flavors, and we even sampled a preview of them.
With anticipation high, we had to try Graeter’s fall flavors. This year, the fan-favorite Harvest Pumpkin is returning, along with a new flavor of Apple Strudel. Let’s get into it.
Harvest Pumpkin
I can definitely see why this one became a staple and earned a comeback. The pint describes pumpkin pie in ice cream form, crust optional. I approached it with a touch of doubt—pumpkin flavors can be unpredictable. When something claims to rival pumpkin pie, skepticism is natural. But the claim lands here. The ice cream mirrors pumpkin pie filling so closely that the crust almost feels unnecessary. It was that good. They found a flawless balance between pumpkin and warming spices, all wrapped in a silky, creamy bite. The only drawback was finishing it and realizing there wasn’t any left to savor. It was that exceptional.
Apple Strudel
Next up is Graeter’s newcomer. The concept sounded wonderfully appealing. I’m a fan of a good apple pie, and in autumn the fruit feels somewhat underrepresented despite the brisk activity of apple picking, orchards, and cider. Treats often lean toward pumpkin, but Graeter’s gives this modest fruit its moment. It tastes like apple pie folded into ice cream. While I appreciated the flavor, the texture wasn’t flawless. A few pieces of apple appeared a touch larger than I’d prefer. A finer dice would help balance each bite more evenly. Even with that minor nit, the overall flavor remains outstanding. The strudel chunks and a drizzle of icing delivered a satisfying crunch and flavor bursts that complemented the sweet ice cream and tart apples. It was pure bliss.
