# Artisan-Quality Ice Cream Treats The Ferrero Premium Ice Cream Sticks Come in Three Flavors By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2023-02-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-ice-cream-sticks References: [talkingretail](https://www.talkingretail.com/products-news/frozen/ferrero-enters-ice-cream-category-with-ferrero-rocher-and-raffaello-products-13-02-2023/) & [ferrero](https://www.ferrero.co.uk/)  These new Ferrero premium ice cream sticks are being launched into the UK market as a series of frozen treats perfect for consumers to enjoy from home. The treats come in three varieties including [Ferrero Rocher](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woolworths) [Dark](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kinder-bueno-dark), Ferrero Rocher eClassic and [Raffaello](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ferrero-rocher-and-kinder-easter-products), which are each inspired by their namesake chocolate original. Targeted towards young adults, the ice creams are arriving as individual sticks and multipacks with four servings priced at £2 and £4.75, respectively. The products are being launched ahead of the busy summertime season to offer a premium option for consumers to pick up. UK * Ireland Sales Director at Ferrero Jason Sutherland spoke on the new Ferrero premium ice cream sticks saying, "Ferrero Rocher and Raffaello are well-loved and trusted brands by many, and, as a key player within the confectionery category, we are confident that the newest addition to our portfolio will drive cross category purchase between confectionery and ice cream." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 14% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Premium Ice Cream Sticks:** Opportunity for ice cream manufacturers to create premium, gourmet ice cream options for consumers. - **Chocolate-inspired Flavors:** Opportunity for chocolate companies to expand into the ice cream industry and offer flavors inspired by their confectionery products. - **Cross-category Purchase:** Opportunity for companies to create products that bridge the gap between different categories, such as confectionery and ice cream. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Ice Cream:** The ice cream industry can create premium, gourmet options for consumers who are willing to spend more for a high-quality product. - **Chocolate:** The chocolate industry can enter the ice cream market by offering flavors inspired by their popular confectionery products, such as Ferrero Rocher and Raffaello. - **Confectionery:** The confectionery industry can expand into the ice cream industry and create cross-category products that appeal to consumers looking for a new and unique treat. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chocolate Hazelnut Frozen Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woolworths.md) - [Italy-Sourced Ice Cream Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milk-chocolate-italian-roasted-hazelnut.md) - [Hazelnut Spread Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nutella-ice-cream-tubs.md) - [Frozen Candy Bar Confections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candy-bar-ice-cream.md) - [Logo-Shaped Ice Cream Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hagendazs-stickbars.md) - [New York-Themed Frozen Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nuii-new-york-cookies-cream.md) - [Fluffy Ice Cream Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/angel-delight-ice-cream-sticks.md) - [Hazelnut Ice Cream Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wells-ice-cream.md) - [Textural Ice Cream Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cadbury-ice-cream-range.md)