7-Eleven Caramel Butter Pecan Ice Cream
nut flavored ice cream with caramel revel & pecans
Nut flavored? Ok, that's different enough to get my attention. It's also been awhile since we've seen the term "revel" which is basically just a fancy way to say swirl.
Actually, "butter pecan" might be a bit of an overstatement on the label here. Yes there are a fair number of pecans, no problem there, but I don't get a huge buttery vibe like I have on other butter pecan flavors. Fortunately for me, I prefer it that way. This one is different with the caramel swirl providing all the base flavor and then you get the flavor from the uncoated pecans mixing in. It's as if there is a certain lightness to the flavoring. It doesn't feel like a heavy flavor. It's got the sweetness to make you happy and then it's got just a bit of saltiness to encourage you to take the next bite.
I like that it's not too buttery and I like that it's not too salty. Yes, those flavors linger a bit in the aftertaste, but that's to be expected. Good job by 7-11 for making old fashion butter pecan a lot more modern with the caramel swirl.
On Second Scoop: I like this one even more on the second scooping. It's just nice how you can get swirl and pecans in every bite. Granted you have to aim a little in regards to getting that swirl, but I like how caramel is the dominant flavor here. I get that butter pecan fans might be disappointed if they are in it for the butter and not the pecans, but I just like this one. Different but not too different. Not too salty. Not too buttery. Did I mention there are plenty of pecans?
Verdict? good!
Buy Again? yup
who makes this? can I buy a larger amount in a larger size in a different brand label? I am obsessed with this flavor, and I cannot get enough of it. Please tell me who makes it? My other favorite brand is HEB, but i live in CA :(
ReplyDeleteTechnically it's made in a plant owned by Wells Dairy (aka Blue Bunny). Unfortunately it's meant to be a super premium alternative to the Blue Bunny stuff you find in the freezer aisle nowadays.
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