Murphy’s ice cream, Ireland

Ireland is known for its dairy: butter, cheese… and ice cream!

While we were in Dingle, I was excited to discover Murphy’s.  It’s so popular that there are two shops within 150 meters of each other on the same street, and their ice cream is so delicious (cream from Kerry cows is really, really good) that I made three visits in one day!

And I chose the same flavor every time.  Real Rum Raisin tastes like a rum milkshake studded with rum-soaked raisins; my mouth is watering just thinking about it…

They’re generous with samples, so I tried a few other flavors including whiskey-infused Irish Coffee, rich Strawberry and Cream, and Caramelized Brown Bread.  D was loyal to Chocolate Chocolate Chip.

We also made a special trip to Murphy’s in Dublin, where I bid farewell to Ireland with a large scoop of Irish Apple Balsamic (my second favorite flavor).  It’s made with Llewellyn’s apple balsamic vinegar, whose tart and tangy flavor makes for an ingeniously sweet-and-savory ice cream.

You know you’re in Ireland when even cold and rainy weather won’t stop you from eating ice cream!