The Weirdest Ice Cream Flavors from Around the World
| July 25, 2018
Basil and Cocoa Nib
While this herbaceous flavor might not be the most ideal for everyone’s palates, the basil and cocoa nib flavor that can be found at Salt & Straw in Seattle is actually quite delicious. Salt & Straw is a Portland favorite that just recently opened two new locations in the area. The basil and cocoa nib flavor was created to honor confectioner Aaron Barthel’s Intrigue Chocolate shop, a local favorite. The basil mixes with their vanilla ice cream base really well, and the cocoa nibs provide a great textural contrast.
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