Everyone Screams for ice cream and Now that spring has arrived if you're like most of us you can't wait for a trip to the store for ice cream. In fact National Ice Cream Day will be here before you know it.

Maybe you're like many other people who don't wait for spring or summer and enjoy ice cream all the time. What's your favorite?

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According to the International Dairy Foods Association ice cream sales rose 9.8% in June 2023 and even more growth is expected this year.

Every year companies say they see increased demand for ice cream when the summer heat hits.

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FOR YEARS CHOCOLATE HELD THE TOP SPOT BUT NOT THIS YEAR

According to the International Dairy Foods Association there's been a major change in the top four ice cream flavors in America. Association officials say chocolate chip ice cream is no longer one of America's favorites.

That's right! Chocolate is now off the top of the list replaced by...ready for it?... Cookies 'n Cream! That flavor is followed by vanilla, chocolate, and mint chocolate chip.

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ARE YOU A GENERIC BRAND BUYER OR YOU LIKE THE FANCY STUFF?

So when you buy ice cream do you go for the store brand or the fancy stuff?

A survey has found 58% of your friends and neighbors bought a premium ice cream while 24% say they just purchase regular ice cream.

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