Indulge in the Derby Spirit with Graeter's Backstretch Bourbon Cherry Ice Cream
Graeter's Ice Cream, known for its French Pot® process, has unveiled a new limited-edition flavor for the Derby season called Backstretch Bourbon Cherry. This collaboration with Churchill Downs features a bourbon-infused ice cream with black cherries and pralines, capturing the essence of the Kentucky Derby®. The flavor is now available for nationwide shipping on Graeters.com and in Graeter's scoop shops and select grocery stores in Ohio, Kentucky, Indianapolis, Texas, and more.
To enhance the Derby celebration experience, Graeter's offers the Off to the Races Collection, featuring three ice cream pack options for purchase online. Additionally, fans have the chance to win free ice cream for a year through the Graeter's Backstretch Bourbon Giveaway by entering their information on Graeters.com/Derby before May 2, 2026. The ice cream truck will also make its debut at the Kentucky Derby, offering guests a taste of indulgent flavors like Backstretch Bourbon Cherry and Black Raspberry Chocolate Chip.
Graeter's Ice Cream, a family-owned business since 1870, remains committed to handcrafting the most indulgent ice cream using the traditional French Pot method. With over 50 retail stores and nationwide shipping, Graeter's continues to delight ice cream lovers with its unique flavors. Churchill Downs, home of the Kentucky Derby, will serve Graeter's ice cream at the event, showcasing the collaboration between these two iconic brands. Don't miss the chance to savor the exclusive Backstretch Bourbon Cherry flavor and celebrate the Derby season in style with Graeter's Ice Cream.