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Ice Cream Sunday: Equi’s reveal Scotland’s favourite ice cream flavours on National Ice Cream Day

One flavour proves to be the cream of the crop and Scotland’s undisputed favourite, but regional tastes reveal some tasty surprises

THE BIG SCOOP: Alex Equi, Deputy Managing Director of Equi’s Ice Cream reveals Scotland’s favourite flavours on National Ice Cream Day, Sunday July 19

Scotland’s premier ice cream maker, Equi’s Ice Cream, has revealed the nation’s favourite ice cream flavours.

Released under embargo ahead of National Ice Cream Day, Sunday 19 July 2026, the results come from over 500 Equi’s stockists across Scotland, including supermarkets, independent retailers and ice cream parlours, providing the most comprehensive survey of the nation’s favourite flavours to date.

Taking Equi’s classic and best-selling Double Cream Madagascan Vanilla out of the equation, the research found Raspberry Ripple was the most popular flavour across the majority of Scottish regions, including Greater Glasgow and the Clyde Valley.

Meanwhile, Scottish Tablet topped the rankings in four regions, Pistachio Swirl claimed first place in Edinburgh and Orkney and Shetland bucked the national trend with Oreo Cookies ‘n’ Cream emerging as its favourite flavour.

Scotland’s favourite ice cream flavours by region:

Region123
Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire                                Raspberry Ripple      Scottish Tablet    Pistachio Swirl
Argyll & The IslesRaspberry Ripple      Scottish Tablet    Belgian Chocolate
Ayrshire & ArranScottish TabletRaspberry Ripple   Belgian Chocolate
Dumfries & GallowayScottish TabletRaspberry RipplePistachio Swirl
Dundee & AngusRaspberry RippleScottish TabletPistachio Swirl
Edinburgh & The LothiansPistachio SwirlRaspberry RippleScottish Tablet
The Kingdom of FifeRaspberry RippleScottish TabletBelgian Chocolate
Greater Glasgow & Clyde ValleyRaspberry RippleMint Choc ChipBelgian Chocolate
The HighlandsRaspberry RippleScottish TabletPistachio Swirl  
Loch Lomond, The Trossachs, Stirling & The Forth ValleyScottish TabletRaspberry RippleBelgian Chocolate
OrkneyBelgian ChocolateSea Salt & CaramelRaspberry Ripple  
Shetland   Oreo Cookies ‘n’ CreamScottish TabletCookie Monster
Outer Hebrides                                         Sea Salt & Caramel    Scottish Tablet    Belgian Chocolate
Perthshire   Raspberry Ripple      Scottish Tablet    Mint Choc Chip    
Scottish Borders                                        Scottish Tablet       Raspberry Ripple   Pistachio Swirl
    

Founded in Hamilton in 1922 by Pietro Equi after he moved here from Italy, Equi’s has grown from a family-run café into one of Scotland’s best-loved ice cream makers.

Now in its fourth generation of family ownership, the business continues to produce its award-winning ice cream in Lanarkshire using locally sourced milk and cream, combining ‘Scottish craft with an Italian accent’.

Today, Equi’s produces more than 60 flavours, ranging from timeless favourites including ‘Chip Off the Old Mint Choc’ and Raspberry Ripple to Scottish provenance flavours like Isle of Skye Sea Salt & Caramel and Scottish Tablet.

Alex Equi, Deputy Managing Director of Equi’s Ice Cream, said: “There’s something really special about seeing what Scotland’s favourite flavours are, particularly when the data comes from hundreds of our customers right across the country, from independent parlours and our Equi’s stores to major supermarket chains.

“It’s great to see classic flavours like Raspberry Ripple and Scottish Tablet remaining firm favourites while people are also embracing new creations like our Pistachio Swirl. Every part of Scotland has its own accent and personality and their own favourite ice cream flavour.

“With Scotland enjoying some glorious weather just in time for National Ice Cream Day, there’s no better excuse to enjoy an ice cream and we’re incredibly proud that generations of Scots continue to choose Equi’s.”

For more information, visit equisicecream.com

Equi’s partners with Gladstone’s Land to create exclusive new ice cream

Scottish artisan ice cream maker, Equi’s, has created a bespoke Sicilian lemon and elderflower flavour for Gladstone’s Land to celebrate ice cream season. 

Inspired by ingredients found in a 17th-century cookbook that was published around the time that Gladstone’s first opened, the irresistible sweet treat will transport you straight to a long hot summer’s day in Sorrento. 

Following the launch of the historic National Trust for Scotland (NTS) venue last month, the exclusive flavour is now available from the new Gladstone’s Land ice cream parlour on the ground floor of the 500-year-old tenement house on the Royal Mile.

Blending Scots with Italian heritage like Equi’s roots, deliciously creamy lemon ripple – made with vanilla, egg yolks and Sicilian lemons are churned with delicious whole milk and double cream from local Scottish dairy farms and finished with a hint of elderflower. The result is a smooth summer-fresh flavour that is impossible to resist.  

Equi’s, the current UK ice cream champions, are known for creating irresistible artisan ice cream using high-quality ingredients from local Scottish dairy farms, and secret family recipes that have been passed down through four generations. 

This exciting new flavour marks the start of a new journey for the ice cream manufacturer as they look to move into new factory premises later in the year. Future plans include more experimentation and flavours for fans of the brand to enjoy. 

David Equi, director at Equi’s Ice Cream, explains: “We toiled and tinkered making this new indulgent ice cream. Nothing beats Sorrento in the summer, and after finding an old 17-century cookbook, we have created a fresh explosion of Scots-Italian aroma and flavour, exclusively for Gladstone’s Land. 

“Ice cream tastes best in the sunshine, and our partnership with Gladstone’s will let you enjoy an Equi’s ice cream looking out towards Edinburgh castle. It doesn’t get more perfect than that.”

Claire Grant, National Trust for Scotland’s Operations Manager for Gladstone’s Land said: “We’re delighted to have partnered up with Equi’s on making this truly unique ice cream. This special flavour reflects a recipe found in a 17-century cookbook, and it has been fantastic to see this flavour brought back to life. 

“Our new ice cream parlour is located on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile in Gladstone’s Land and is a perfect place for locals and tourists to stop and refuel this summer.”

The exclusive Equi’s flavour is now available daily between 9am and 6pm from Gladstone’s Land ice cream parlour, 477B Lawnmarket, Royal Mile. 

For more information on Equi’s Ice Cream visit their website https://www.equisicecream.com/

To find out more about Gladstone’s Land or book your tickets for a tour of the property in advance, visit https://www.nts.org.uk