Milk gelato desserts differentiate themselves by using more milk, as well as less cream and eggs and being churned at a slower rate that results in a dessert that's denser than most ice creams on the market. The Spring Sheep Milk Co. in New Zealand sets itself even further apart from other gelato creators by using a base of sheep's milk.
The brand's Vanilla Bean Gelato is made with farm fresh sheep's milk from New Zealand and high-quality Bourbon Vanilla from Madagascar. The Spring Sheep Milk Co. also makes a Dark Chocolate Gelato that incorporates a rich flavor from 70% cocoa.
At the World Dairy Innovation Awards 2016, Spring Sheep Milk Co.'s Sheep Milk Gelato was nominated as a finalist in the Best Ice Cream or Frozen Yogurt category.
Sheep's Milk Gelato
New Zealand's Spring Sheep Milk Co. Makes an Unusual Gelato Dessert
Trend Themes
1. Milk Gelato Desserts - Opportunity for innovation in creating new flavors and using different types of milk such as goat's or almond milk.
2. Sheep's Milk Products - Opportunity to expand product lines to include other sheep's milk based products such as cheese or yogurt.
3. Alternative Dairy Products - Opportunity to cater to dairy-free and vegan consumers by developing gelatos made with non-dairy milks such as coconut or oat milk.
Industry Implications
1. Dairy Industry - Opportunity to expand product lines to include products made with different types of milk such as sheep's milk or goat's milk.
2. Ice Cream Industry - Opportunity to incorporate milk gelato desserts and innovative flavors into product lines.
3. Plant-based Industry - Opportunity to create non-dairy ice cream alternatives that cater to consumers with dairy allergies or opting for a vegan diet.