Today, Kevin and I are reviewing two flavors of Publix Premium Classic Ice Cream: Black Jack Cherry and Rum Raisin. Each half-gallon (1.89 L) container costs $6.39 at Publix.
Black Jack Cherry
The Black Jack Cherry flavor blends sweet black cherries with rich chocolatey chunks. Here are some key details:
- Serving Size: 2/3 cup (102g)
- Calories: 220 per serving
- Servings per Container: 12
Appearance and Texture: The ice cream has a rosy pink color and a soft, creamy texture, likely because it had been out for a few minutes before we started tasting.
Taste and Ingredients: The flavor is predominantly black cherry, complemented by chocolate pieces. While I found the chocolate pieces delightful, I wished there were more cherries. Occasionally, the cherry skins got stuck in my throat, similar to a popcorn hull.
Overall Impression: The Black Jack Cherry ice cream offers a delicious black cherry flavor with a nice chocolate contrast. However, it could benefit from more cherry pieces to enhance the overall experience.
Rum Raisin
Next, we tried the Rum Raisin flavor, which features rum-flavored ice cream with raisins. Here are some details:
- Serving Size: 2/3 cup
- Calories: 210 per serving
Appearance and Texture: This ice cream is exceptionally creamy and soft, similar to those containing alcohol, though it doesn't list alcohol as an ingredient. The flavor is a robust, pure rum, rather than a sweet, butterscotchy rum.
Taste and Ingredients: The raisins are sparse and add a chewy texture rather than flavor. The rum flavor dominates, making it ideal for rum enthusiasts.
Overall Impression: The Rum Raisin ice cream is delicious if you love rum. The raisins don’t add much to the flavor, so it could easily stand alone as a pure rum ice cream. Given the price, it's a great alternative to more expensive brands like Häagen-Dazs.
Final Thoughts
Between the two, Kevin prefers the Rum Raisin for its strong rum flavor, while I lean towards the Black Jack Cherry despite its need for more cherries. Both flavors showcase Publix's quality and value.
If you've tried any other Publix Premium ice cream flavors, let us know your thoughts. They offer a wide range of options, and we're always eager to explore more.
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