Ice cream is one of life’s simple pleasures. For four generations, we have crafted hundreds of distinctive vanilla flavor profiles designed to elevate your hard pack ice cream beyond the ordinary. Designed to “bloom” in flavor over time, these vanillas were made to reach their full potential while the ice cream is resting in your freezer. For only a fraction of a cent per serving, our vanillas deliver exceptional flavor and bouquet, creating a product that is truly one of a kind.
Soft serve ice cream and frozen custard require special formulation considerations when it comes to vanilla. Unlike traditional hard packed ice cream, soft serve & frozen custard products are manufactured to be served right out of the freezing machine. Therefore, they do not have time to age, which would allow traditional vanillas time to develop their full flavor potential. At Lochhead Manufacturing Company, our vanillas specialists can recommend custom blended vanillas that have been formulated specifically for soft serve ice cream & frozen custard applications. These vanillas showcase a natural vanilla flavor profile combined with an immediate flavor “hit”, so your customers will taste that wonderful rich vanilla flavor with every bite.
Vanilla is one of the most well-loved flavors for yogurt. Its smooth, rounded profile enhances the natural creaminess and tang of cultured dairy. Choosing the right vanilla can not only soften the acidity of your yogurt but add a warmth and complexity as well. At Lochhead Manufacturing Company we have developed vanilla blends specifically for yogurt applications. Our vanilla specialist can help you find the vanilla that works best in achieving the flavor goals you have for your yogurt product.
We understand that unlike most dairy products, creamers are often added to hot beverages, where the heat and liquid environment can quickly impact how flavors are perceived. Some vanillas may lose their full potential under these conditions, resulting in a muted flavor experience. Our specialists can recommend vanillas specifically formulated for creamer applications. These vanillas are designed to deliver a clean, rich, and immediate vanilla flavor that holds up beautifully in hot liquids, so every cup is perfectly balanced and delicious.
Gelato requires a vanilla that delivers a rich and immediate flavor that will complement its dense, creamy texture. Unlike traditional ice cream, gelato has less air and is served at a warmer temperature, meaning the vanilla you choose needs to be able to shine in these conditions. A vanilla specifically for gelato will highlight its flavors, without being overpowering. At Lochhead Manufacturing Company our vanilla specialists can help lead you to a vanilla that is specifically formulated for gelato applications.
Our customers say it best: we’re known for delivering unparalleled service. Every interaction is built on genuine care, attention, and respect—because to us, each person matters. That is why our average customer lifespan is more than a decade of service.
“I was looking for a new Vanilla supplier and Lochhead sent me out a product sample that same week, compared to other suppliers who I have yet to hear back from a year later.”
