Bassett's Ice Cream celebrates 165 years as a Philadelphia institution
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Key Points:
- Bassett’s Ice Cream, founded in 1861 and now in its sixth generation of family ownership, has remained a Philadelphia institution by adapting through economic challenges and changing consumer preferences.
- Originally using mule power and horse-drawn transport, the company has maintained its traditional roots while evolving to meet modern demands, including exporting to international markets like China and Taiwan.
- Sixth-generation owner Alex Bassett Strange emphasizes the company’s pride in being a family business and its commitment to serving both America and Philadelphia with quality ice cream.
- Bassett’s has diversified its product line with new flavors inspired by global markets, such as matcha, and introduced a limited-edition red, white, and blueberry flavor for America’s 250th anniversary.
- The company also launched its first vegan ice cream this year while continuing to use locally sourced Pennsylvania dairy for its traditional products.
