Häagen-Dazs Black Walnut ice cream, known for its rich, earthy, and potent flavor from expensive black walnuts, was discontinued due to polarizing customer opinions, high ingredient cost, and insufficient demand, despite some fans loving its unique taste. It was available from roughly 2005-2009, with no current plans for return unless consumer demand significantly shifts, leaving fans to find similar flavors from other brands like Blue Bell or Mayfield.

Flavor Description

Intense & Earthy: Unlike milder English walnuts, black walnuts offer a stronger, more distinctive flavor that some found overpowering, while others loved the bold contrast with sweet cream.

Creamy Base: It combined these powerful nuts with the signature rich, creamy base that Häagen-Dazs is known for, creating a memorable but divisive treat.

Why It Was Discontinued

Cost: the high cost of black walnuts was a significant factor in its removal.

Polarizing Taste: The potent flavor appealed strongly to some but turned others away, leading to lower overall sales.

Lack of Demand: The combination of cost and divided opinions meant it didn't attract a large enough customer base to remain economical.