Hemp Nation's Guide to Infused Ice Cream Sundaes

If you’re looking for a straightforward, great-tasting way to use our infused syrups, pouring them over ice cream is one of the best methods out there. It’s quick, it masks the hemp flavor perfectly, and the fat in the ice cream actually helps your body absorb the cannabinoids more efficiently.

Here is everything you need to know about mixing Hemp Nation infused syrups with your favorite ice cream, including a few flavor combinations you have to try.

The Math: Dosing Your Syrup

Before you start pouring, you need to know your numbers. Our Hemp Nation syrups pack 800mg into an 8oz bottle, which means it is highly concentrated. You want to measure this out, not just eyeball it.

Here is the breakdown so you know exactly what you are getting in your bowl:

Start low and go slow. If you are newer to edibles, stick to a teaspoon or half a tablespoon. You can always add more next time.

The Perfect Pairings

We carry the syrup in Blue Raspberry, Peach, and Strawberry Kiwi. Here are a few ice cream pairings that work perfectly with each profile:

Blue Raspberry

This flavor is bright, sweet, and a little tart. It pairs best with simple or citrus-forward bases.

• Lemon Sorbet: This turns your bowl into an infused, frozen lemonade hybrid. The tartness of the lemon cuts right through the heavy sweetness of the syrup.

• Sweet Cream or French Vanilla: The classic slushie vibe. The rich, heavy cream balances the sharp blue raspberry perfectly.

• White Chocolate Macadamia: If you want some crunch, the smooth white chocolate pairs surprisingly well with the tart berry flavor without overpowering it.

Peach

Peach has a warm, natural sweetness that begs for richer, nuttier, or spiced ice creams.

• Butter Pecan: This is easily the best combination. The roasted, salty pecans and butter base mixed with sweet peach syrup tastes like a southern peach cobbler.

• Vanilla Bean: A foolproof "peaches and cream" classic.

• Cinnamon or Ginger Spice: If you can find a cinnamon-spiced ice cream, adding the peach syrup gives it a baked-good profile.

Strawberry Kiwi

This one is tropical and punchy. You want ice creams that lean into that island profile or offer a creamy contrast.

• Coconut Milk Ice Cream: The tropical notes of the kiwi blend perfectly with a coconut base. Plus, this is a great dairy-free option.

• Strawberry Cheesecake: Double down on the strawberry. The graham cracker crust pieces and tangy cream cheese base make this taste like a premium dessert.

• Matcha Green Tea: Hear us out on this one. The earthy, slightly bitter notes of the matcha offset the intense fruity sweetness of the syrup perfectly.

The Assembly

You don't need a complex recipe here, just a solid method to make sure the syrup distributes evenly instead of pooling at the bottom of the bowl.

What you need:

• 2-3 scoops of your chosen ice cream

• Your measured dose of Hemp Nation Syrup (Blue Raspberry, Peach, or Strawberry Kiwi)

• Optional toppings (crushed graham crackers, toasted coconut, or fresh fruit)

How to make it:

1. Prep the bowl: Keep your bowl in the freezer for about 10 minutes before making this. A cold bowl keeps the ice cream from melting immediately when you stir it.

2. Scoop and flatten: Add your ice cream and use the back of your spoon to create a small well or divot in the center of the scoops.

3. Measure and pour: Measure out your syrup using a teaspoon or tablespoon (refer to the dosing chart above). Pour it directly into the divot you made.

4. Mix it in: Rather than eating it like hot fudge, gently fold the syrup into the ice cream so every bite has a consistent dose and flavor.

5. Top it off: Add your crunch factor (pecans, graham crackers, etc.) and enjoy.