Ben & Jerry’s has been a beloved staple in freezers for decades, thanks to its unique flavors and eye-catching pint designs. The brand has also made a name for itself by partnering with celebrities, starting with the iconic Cherry Garcia in 1987, a tribute to Grateful Dead’s Jerry Garcia.
Many of these celebrity flavors support charitable causes, enhancing Ben & Jerry’s reputation for activism. In honor of Jerry Garcia’s birthday on August 1, let’s take a look at ten classic Ben & Jerry’s flavors inspired by celebrities.
Cherry Garcia: Launched in 1987, this flavor remains one of the brand’s best-sellers. Since Jerry Garcia was diabetic, profits from Cherry Garcia have gone to various diabetes charities.
Stephen Colbert: AmeriCone Dream debuted in 2007 while Colbert was hosting ‘The Colbert Report.’ This flavor features fudge-covered waffle cone pieces, and all profits support the Stephen Colbert AmeriCone Dream Fund, benefiting veterans, children in need, and environmental causes. It has raised over $4 million for charity.
Ron Burgundy: While Ron Burgundy is a fictional character, his flavor, Scotchy Scotch Scotch, was a limited release for ‘Anchorman 2.’ This butterscotch ice cream comes with ribbons of butterscotch swirl.
Elton John: Goodbye Yellow Brickle Road, released in 2008, is a rich mix of chocolate ice cream, peanut butter cookie dough, butter brickle, and white chocolate chunks. Profits went to the Elton John AIDS Foundation.
Willie Nelson: Country Peach Cobbler features peach ice cream with cinnamon-sugar shortbread pieces and a peach swirl. Profits support Farm Aid, which helps family farmers in the U.S.
Monty Python: Vermonty Python pays tribute to the legendary comedy group with a flavor that fans will love.
Grab a spoon and enjoy these delicious celebrity-inspired flavors!
