The Complete Guide to Wholesale Ice Cream for Business

7 Reasons Betsy’s Wholesale Ice Cream Helps Businesses Boost Dessert Sales

Meta Description: Discover how Betsy’s wholesale ice cream supports restaurants, cafés, and markets with super-premium, small-batch flavors made with 15% butterfat and low overrun.

If your business needs wholesale ice cream that delivers exceptional quality and strong customer appeal, Betsy’s Ice Cream is one of the region’s most trusted partners. Since 2012, we’ve crafted super-premium ice cream in small batches, supplying stores, restaurants, and food-service operations across the Pittsburgh tri-state area.

Our products help businesses increase dessert sales, boost per-ticket revenue, and stand out in a competitive market—all while offering customers a memorable flavor experience.


Introduction to Betsy’s Wholesale Ice Cream

Betsy’s Ice Cream began as a neighborhood favorite in the South Hills of Pittsburgh. Over the years, the brand has grown into a respected manufacturer and wholesale supplier, delivering carefully crafted frozen desserts to businesses of all sizes.

Our focus has always remained the same:
produce super-premium ice cream with honest ingredients, rich flavor, and unmatched consistency.

This dedication has made Betsy’s a go-to wholesale ice cream provider for businesses looking to upgrade their dessert offerings.


Our Commitment to Super-Premium Quality

Super-premium isn’t a marketing buzzword—it’s an industry designation, and Betsy’s Ice Cream meets the standard with precision.

15% Butterfat: The Foundation of True Creaminess

Most commercial ice creams contain between 10–12% butterfat. Betsy’s elevates the experience with 15% butterfat, which creates:

  • A richer, smoother texture

  • A more indulgent mouthfeel

  • Fuller, deeper flavor

This higher butterfat content is a key reason businesses see repeat customers and higher dessert satisfaction scores.

Low Overrun: Rich Texture Without Excess Air

Overrun refers to the amount of air whipped into ice cream during production. Many mass-produced brands incorporate 70–100% air.

Betsy’s maintains a low overrun, resulting in:

  • A denser, more luxurious product

  • More ice cream per scoop

  • Flavors that taste richer and more satisfying

High butterfat + low overrun = true super-premium ice cream your customers can taste from the first bite.


Wholesale Product Options from Betsy’s Ice Cream

We currently offer two packaging formats designed to meet the needs of both retail and food-service partners.

3-Gallon Bulk Tubs for Food-Service

Perfect for:

  • Restaurants

  • Ice cream shops

  • Cafés

  • Hotels

  • Food-service programs

Our 3-gallon tubs are designed for:

  • Back-of-house scooping stations

  • High-volume dessert service

  • Consistent portion control

The tubs are durable, easy to store, and optimized for scoopability.

Pints for Retail Freezers

For grocery stores, markets, and specialty retailers, we offer:

  • Consumer-ready pints

  • Clear, attractive packaging

  • Strong shelf presence

These pints help businesses boost impulse purchases and build brand loyalty with customers seeking high-quality local ice cream.


Flavor Categories Designed for Every Type of Business

Classic Favorites

Traditional crowd-pleasers that drive consistent sales, including:

  • Vanilla Bean

  • Chocolate

  • Cookies & Cream

  • Strawberry

These flavors anchor both restaurant menus and retail freezers.

Signature & Rotating Seasonal Flavors

To keep your dessert lineup fresh and exciting, we offer unique flavors that rotate throughout the year. Seasonal offerings help your business:

  • Create limited-time promotions

  • Stay aligned with holidays and trends

  • Encourage repeat customer visits

Sorbets for Dairy-Free Customers

Our fruit-forward sorbets offer:

  • Bright, refreshing flavor

  • Dairy-free versatility

  • A lighter option for customers with preferences or sensitivities

Sorbets make your menu more inclusive—and more profitable.


Why Businesses Choose Betsy’s Wholesale Ice Cream

Small-Batch Production for Reliable Consistency

Small-batch manufacturing allows us to:

  • Maintain precise quality standards

  • Ensure every tub tastes exactly as expected

  • Avoid the “mass-produced” feel of industrial ice cream

Your customers enjoy the same outstanding experience every time.

Tri-State Delivery & Local Service Advantage

Because we’re a Pittsburgh-based manufacturer, local businesses benefit from:

  • Faster delivery

  • Fresher product

  • Reliable communication

  • A supplier that understands regional trends

Tailored Support for Restaurants, Cafés & Markets

We work closely with partners to:

  • Suggest flavor mixes for your menu or freezer

  • Recommend seasonal transitions

  • Help you maximize dessert profitability

Our goal is simple: help your dessert program succeed.


How to Place a Wholesale Order

Order Process & Application

Getting started is simple:

  1. Visit our website’s wholesale page.

  2. Submit your business information.

  3. A team member will follow up with next steps, flavor options, and logistics.

Delivery Zones, Minimums, and Pricing

  • We offer delivery throughout the Pittsburgh tri-state region.

  • Minimum order quantities depend on product format and location.

  • Pricing is competitive and tailored to larger volume needs.

We aim to make wholesale ordering efficient, predictable, and profitable.


Case Study: How Premium Ice Cream Elevates Business Margins

When businesses upgrade from mid-grade ice cream to a super-premium product like Betsy’s, they typically see:

  • Higher menu prices without customer resistance

  • Increased perceived value

  • More repeat sales

  • Better online reviews

  • Stronger brand differentiation

Quality desserts aren’t just “nice to have”—they drive real revenue.


Industry Trends in the Ice Cream Market

The frozen dessert industry continues to shift toward:

  • Premium and super-premium categories

  • Local and small-batch brands

  • Cleaner labels and recognizable ingredients

  • Seasonal rotation and flavor innovation

  • Dairy-free sorbet offerings

Partnering with Betsy’s positions your business to meet these growing demand trends.


Conclusion — Why Your Business Should Partner with Betsy’s Wholesale Ice Cream

From high butterfat content to small-batch production and reliable local delivery, Betsy’s provides everything your business needs to elevate its dessert offerings. Whether you operate a restaurant, café, or retail store, our wholesale ice cream delivers consistent quality and customer appeal that lead to stronger margins and repeat sales.

To get started, simply fill out our contact form and someone will be in touch with you shortly.

Have questions about our products, ordering process, or delivery?  Check out our Frequently Asked Questions page.