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The Hadley Scoop (Maple Valley Creamery): Founded by some award-winning farmers, the ice cream is made using fresh, free cream and milk -- delivered daily. It's got a 16.59% butter fat base, making it super creamy and less dense. Buy a 3-gallon tub or try a scoop at the creamery. 102 Mill Valley Road, Hadley
Herell's Ice Cream and Bakery: Homemade ice cream with dairy- and gluten-free options. Regulars love the vanilla malted ice cream, Damn Yankees devil mint stripe, and Three Amigos. 8 Old South St., Lower Level of Thornes Marketplace.
Mt. Tom's Homemade Ice Cream: This old-fashioned ice cream parlor was opened in 2003 by an engineer who swapped his cubicle for a batch freezer and candy store, its website says. Owner Jim blogs about the whole experience here. His plan seemed to have worked -- as the customers keep coming back for more. Click here to order online. 34 Cottage St., Easthampton
Flayvors of Cook Farm: The farm was purchased in 1909 by Joseph G. Cook, and is now run by his great-grand children. The ice cream stand offers a rotating selection of flavors. Try them all and watch the cows. 129 South Maple St., Hadley
Barstow's Dairy Store and Bakery: Open since 2008, Barstow's offers local produce, milk and eggs -- and makes its own goodies in the store. A shining example of farm-to-table goodness Try the ice cream sandwich: Choose your ice cream flavor and the cookies you want to eat it between. 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley
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