It Costs a bit more, but it's worth it!
At Hattie's, we try to use products that are locally grown and made of organic or all natural ingredients wherever possible. It's healthier, it avoids the use of chemical pesticides or oil-based fertilizers, reduces the use of fuel for transportation, and helps support Maine businesses. Often these organic, Maine-made products come in small-ish quantities. If we're out of your favorite at the moment, take the occasion to try something you've never had before!Maple's frozen desserts
are created by hand in Portland from organic ingredients that come from the most local sources possible. Certified by MOFGA, they contain no antibiotics, hormones, pesticide residues, stabilizers, or artificial anything. Maple's is committed to offering delicious treats made from ingredients that support health, environmental sustainability, and community.Our gelato-style ice cream starts with a milk-egg custard base and has very little air whipped into it, resulting in a dense, creamy texture and intense flavor. The light, refreshing sorbetti contain no animal ingredients and are made from fresh organic fruits and/or chocolate. More about Maple's.
We use local suppliers whenever possible. Many of the fanciful toppings for your ice cream — sour patch kids, chocolate shards and mint lentils, for instance — come from Wilbur's Chocolates in Freeport. More about Wilbur's