Starting September 4, Graeter’s Ice Cream – a Cincinnati institution for more than a century – will roll out a brand‑new Apple Strudel flavor to mark the 50th anniversary of Oktoberfest Zinzinnati. The limited‑time offering blends a creamy cinnamon ice cream with real baked apples, sweet icing swirls and bits of cinnamon pastry, delivering a dessert‑like scoop that mirrors the classic German‑American pastry.
Where to Find the New Flavor
All Graeter’s scoop shops across the Greater Cincinnati area will carry the Apple Strudel flavor while supplies last. In addition, the company’s iconic food truck will be stationed at two popular riverfront spots – Sawyer Point and Yeatman’s Cove – throughout the festival weekend, September 17‑20. Festival‑goers can enjoy a cone or cup while taking in live music, traditional Bavarian food and family‑friendly activities.
Celebrating a Milestone Festival
Oktoberfest Zinzinnati, now in its golden 50th year, has become one of the Midwest’s largest German‑style celebrations. The three‑day event draws hundreds of thousands of visitors to downtown Cincinnati, offering authentic brews, bratwurst, folk dancing and cultural performances. Graeter’s partnership with the festival underscores the brand’s deep roots in the community and its commitment to supporting local traditions.
Community Impact
Graeter’s, founded in 1870, remains a family‑owned business that sources milk from regional dairy farms and hand‑crafts each batch of ice cream in its historic downtown plant. By introducing a seasonal flavor tied to a major local event, the company not only creates excitement for customers but also drives foot traffic to downtown merchants and the riverfront venues that host the festival.
Local parents have praised the new flavor as a family‑friendly treat that aligns with the wholesome, family‑oriented atmosphere of Oktoberfest Zinzinnati. “It’s a fun way to enjoy a classic dessert while we’re out at the festival with the kids,” said Maria Hernandez, a Cincinnati resident who plans to visit the food truck on Saturday.
What to Expect
Because the Apple Strudel ice cream is produced in limited batches, Graeter’s advises fans to arrive early at their nearest shop or the food‑truck locations. The company also notes that the flavor will be available only while supplies last, reinforcing its status as a special‑occasion offering.
Graeter’s has a long history of creating seasonal flavors that reflect local tastes and celebrations, from pumpkin spice in the fall to peppermint chocolate during the holidays. The Apple Strudel addition continues that tradition, giving Cincinnati residents a sweet reminder of the city’s German heritage.
Looking Ahead
As Oktoberfest Zinzinnati looks toward its next half‑century, Graeter’s says it will keep exploring new flavor ideas that celebrate the city’s cultural milestones. The company invites festival attendees to share feedback on the Apple Strudel scoop, promising that community input will help shape future limited‑edition releases.
Original reporting: WLWT Cincinnati — read the source article.
