Meet Local Gelato Favorites: The Top 5 Ice Cream Flavours in NZ

March 31, 2025

When you’re faced with an incredible range of flavour options – there are over 150 gelato flavours on our rotating menu! – you might not know where to start. But don’t worry, we’ve got your back – or, rather, the good people of Aotearoa do, with the top ice cream flavours in NZ. There’s a little something for everyone, so grab a spoon, and let’s dig in for some flavour inspiration.

#1 Mint Chocolate

This sometimes controversial combo has come out as ice cream champion among New Zealanders. The perfect balance of sweetness and zing, our mint chocolate gelato is always a winner, especially with a swirl of milk chocolate cream and some dark chocolate chips for a little crunch.

#2 Cookieman

New Zealand’s youth had a slightly different take on the top spot. For them, cookies and cream take the crown – and you won’t find a better way to tap into your inner kid than a giant scoop of Cookieman.

#3 Vanilla

Ever a classic, some may call it boring, but that hasn’t stopped vanilla from consistently being one of the most popular ice cream flavours around the world. It’s also the base of the local classic Hokey Pokey, which adds a healthy serving of honeycomb toffee to the mix. Premium ingredients make the difference – not just any vanilla will do!

#4 Chocolate

Another worldwide hit, most people can’t get enough of chocolate in all its forms. We’ve got a few different takes on this ever-popular flavour to try – if the standard isn’t for you, why not add a salty twist with our Milk Chocolate Pretzel or indulge in some dairy-free Dark Chocolate sorbet?

#5 Strawberry

No top five would be complete without a little fruity zing! Enter strawberry, the perfect tangy yet sweet treat for any weather. A good strawberry sorbet can make you feel like you’re relaxing on the beach, even when you’re just on your lunch break. No wonder it always makes the top 10.

Get A Scoop of New Zealand’s Best at Anita

As summer hits, you’ve got to indulge in the world’s favorite frozen treat. After all, gelato makes every day a little sweeter – especially when it’s from Anita. We’ve got plenty of options, too, including no dairy added, frozen yoghurt gelato, and scoops with zero-added sugar. Find a store near you and grab a cup or cone of the best ice cream flavours in NZ today!

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