Issue #3 · Because ice cream makes life richer, one pint at a time.
Dark chocolate decadence, bourbon pairings, and cozy September nights.
Pint Profile: Jeni’s Darkest Chocolate
As the days shorten and a crispness arrives in the evening air, there’s nothing quite as comforting as the richest chocolate you can find. Enter Jeni’s Darkest Chocolate — a pint that leans into pure, deep cocoa flavor without compromise. It’s dense, indulgent, and unapologetically grown-up.
A Chocolate Ice Cream with Serious Depth.
Crafted with Fair Trade cocoa, this pint delivers a slow-melting intensity that lingers. It’s less about sweetness and more about deep flavor. The kind of chocolate you savor slowly, bite by bite. For the perfect pairing, try it alongside a pour of Kentucky bourbon or a sprinkling of smoked sea salt.
Scoop Standard Guides: Pairings for September Nights
Deep flavors waiting for autumn to arrive.
Darkest Chocolate + Bourbon neat → a warming, smooth complement.
Darkest Chocolate + smoked sea salt → a balance of indulgence and intrigue.
Coffee ice cream + almond biscotti → dessert and digestif in one.
Scoop Shop Spotlight: Moorenko’s (Silver Spring, MD)
Moorenko’s crafts custard style ice creams with remarkable density and creaminess. Their adventurous flavors like Cinnamon Cappuccino and Fresh Ginger, make them a local DMV treasure. A perfect local spot for anyone chasing premium scoops with a creative edge.
An Extra Scoop 🍨
This issue’s curated picks to keep your ice cream life well-appointed:
Premium Brand Review: McConnell’s Eureka Lemon & Marion berries — a California classic that bridges late summer brightness with fall coziness.
Merch Pick: Marble Ice Cream Slab — recreate mix-ins at home with a frozen marble base.
Guide: Planning a fall dinner party?
End with an ice cream + fortified wine pairing (port + vanilla, madeira + butter pecan).
Closing Scoop 🍨
Here’s to chocolate that’s bold, unapologetic, and perfectly timed for September nights.
Until the next scoop,
Erin
photo credits: Moorenkos. The Scoop Standard.
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