Have you ever wondered why some ice cream sandwiches taste richer, last longer, and feel creamier? When it comes to great flavor, the difference is never a footnote, it's always the whole story.

At Cool Jacks Premium Ice Cream, we like our customers to know that premium ice cream isn't about being fancy or using fancy buzz phrases, it's about making something real, nostalgic, and a little bit indulgent.

In this blog, we are going to unpack what "premium ice cream" really is, how butterfat levels enhance that dreamy texture, and how pure dairy really does have the biggest impact. We will even talk about a few simple ways for you to observe that difference at home.

 

What Premium Ice Cream Really Means

 

The term "premium" is not just a buzzword, it's the standard. When you indulge in a pint or sandwich that is truly premium, you are getting more than simply sweetness; you are getting craftsmanship.

Premium ice cream is generally higher in butterfat (around 16%) and made without artificial preservatives, which is why it is so rich and creamy. We like to think of it as a "slow-churned" experience of dessert, where each bite is dense, smooth, and deeply satisfying.

At Cool Jacks, our definition of premium is about hand-crafted, small-batch ice cream using 100% pure dairy, blended at a 16% butterfat level and sandwiched between fresh baked cookies.

What does this mean? A well-balanced bite that is never icy, never airy. It’s just that perfect blend of chewy cookie and creamy filling that wraps nostalgia of summer with every bite.

 

Butterfat 101: The Science Behind Extra Creamy Texture

Here’s a fun fact from the science world: In the U.S., ice cream must contain at least 10% butterfat to call itself ice cream. Most mass-market brands float around 12–14% butterfat. The premium brands and shops are where the butterfat content gets interesting; premium usually starts around 16% butterfat or higher. The small number makes a big difference in taste and texture.   

When we say Cool Jacks makes its ice cream at 16%, we’re intentional about this ice cream fat content. Higher butterfat content means fuller body, slower melt, and a creamier texture or mouthfeel. The creamy, rich ice cream coats your palate just the right way. This is also what gives our sandwiches a unique mouthfeel, which is usually described as "velvety" and indulgent.  

When you add our creamy, high butterfat ice cream to our chewy, fresh-baked cookies, there is structural harmony. Pick it up and bite, everything stays together. The cookie remains chewy, the ice cream melts at a proper speed, and every bite is just structured the right way. It is our recipe for science and happiness.

 

Pure Diary: Why This Ingredients Matter

Let's discuss what we include (and exclude).

 

Our foundation begins with 100% pure dairy. That’s not up for debate. Real milk and cream form the basis of each batch we produce, and we don’t use artificial preservatives because flavor should be derived from true ingredients, not additives.

Why does this matter? Because when you enjoy our icy treats, you’re experiencing real dairy flavor, and not the "fake" flavors that follow so many frozen desserts. For dessert lovers who crave all-real desserts, this is evident, with a clean flavor that produces the full experience while also evoking ice cream truck nostalgia.

If you travel across the pages of our brand, you’ll see we focus on “no artificial preservatives” as the headline feature. This is a vow we honor.

 

How We Build a Better Bite (Process, Not Secrets)

We don't hide things, we just keep our process simple and thoughtful.

Each batch of our premium ice cream is churned small so that we reach the right density and creaminess. Then it is sandwiched between our freshly baked cookies, baked with the intention to enhance the ice cream, not distract from it.

Each flavor we offer, our Classic Jack, Jack Frost, Jack Attack, Jumping Jack, and Super Jack, celebrates a nostalgic experience: the birthday bite, the campfire crunch, and the cookie jar raid.

This is why we build the sandwiches by hand, as texture matters. Less ice crystals mean a chewy cookie-to-cream ratio. The right bite is dessert engineering, with love baked in.

 

Taste It Yourself: 3 Quick At-Home Comparisons 

Still wondering what sets premium ice cream or butterfat ice cream apart? Let’s play dessert detective. 

1. Spoon Test

 

Allow a scoop of the ice cream to settle at room temperature for 2–3 minutes. Premium, high-butterfat ice creams will soften into a silky texture, whereas lower-fat ice creams will have collapsed into a thin puddle. Did you notice the gloss and body? That's the butterfat magic. 

2. Melt Line Test

 

Set a slice of one of our sandwiches next to a lower-fat sandwich on a plate. You'll see the difference right away; our 16% butterfat ice cream will hold its edges longer, and leave a soft, creamy melt on your palate, capitalizing on the fact that a richer ice cream base melts beautifully, not quickly. 

3. Cookie Pairing Demo

 

Take a slow bite and notice how the ice cream continues to cushion the chew of the cookie, instead of disappearing. This is how you know you are enjoying a well-balanced premium ice cream sandwich. Every bite feels cohesive, creamy, and quite satisfying! 

So, the next time you grab a sandwich from the freezer, give it a minute and take that slow, happy bite. You’ll taste the proof: real ingredients, real texture, and that signature Cool Jacks creaminess that makes every bite feel like summer all over again.

Real Ingredients Deserve a Real Taste Test

For serious flavor, start with the basics: 100% pure dairy, 16% butterfat, and no artificial preservatives. That is the heart of the creamy, rich, velvety ice cream in our hand-crafted cookie sandwiches, and the reason one bite turns into "wait, where did they go?" moments at home or at a party.

We built every Cool Jacks sandwich on this premise: real ingredients are real joy.

So, take a box home, share it with friends, and do your own side-by-side sample. We believe the difference will be apparent in the body and melt. And maybe you even discover a new favorite flavor of nostalgia.

Shop the Four Pack and experience what premium ice cream craftsmanship feels like.