In the 1930s, the Bowman family started selling “barnyard milk” from their herd of cows. Today, the operation has grown into a sixth generation ice cream business that also offers one of the best tours you can find in North Carolina. Homeland Creamery doesn’t just own a humble ice cream shop in Julian, but over 200 cows that make some of the best milk, and ice cream, in North Carolina. Even better, you can experience the process firsthand by taking a unique tour.
Homeland Creamery has a natural and sustainable approach. None of their cows are given any hormones which creates a rich, creamy texture to the milk.
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The tour starts with a 20-minute hayride around the farm.
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You can pet the cows and say hello or moo. It’s safe and fun for the whole family.
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You’re also introduced to the ‘simulated’ Miss Betty that teaches you how milk comes from the cow to the grocery store. You’ll also be introduced to the bottle-fed baby calfs - maybe you’ll get to feed one yourself!
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When available, you can also visit the milking parlor and see how the cows are milked by machines. At the end of tour, enjoy a six-ounce cup of ice cream.
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Aside from ice cream, you can also purchase milk and chocolate milk from Homeland. The chocolate milk has been called ‘addictive.’ Homeland also offers seasonal specialties like eggnog.
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If you’re craving more ice cream, pop in the ice cream shop. Bonus, you can also pick up local cheese, sausage, and eggs.
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Homeland Creamery offers some of the best ice cream in North Carolina, and an amazing hands-on tour. They say happy cows come from California, but in this case, I think it’s North Carolina!
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Homeland Creamery sounds like an amazing and educating tour. Who doesn’t love touring a farm, getting to see behind the scenes, and rounding out the day with some amazing ice cream? Have you visited Homeland Creamery before?
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Homeland Creamery – 6506 Bowman Dairy Rd, Julian, NC 27283
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