FAIRHAVEN, Mass. — For ice cream lovers who’ve ever agonized over which flavor to pick, McGraw’s Back Porch Ice Cream has the perfect solution: the Back Porch Sampler, a customizable “ice cream flight” offering six scoops of any combination of flavors.
Launched by owner Matt McGraw, the sampler lets guests explore the shop’s full spectrum of homemade classics and inventive new creations—from sherbet and vanilla to daring pairings like black raspberry-coffee twist and a surprisingly spot-on ginger ice cream, a rare find on the SouthCoast. McGraw, in fact, says he created the ginger flavor entirely from imagination, having never tasted one before—and somehow nailed it.
A Tasting Experience Worth Sharing
Whether you’re feeling indecisive or just adventurous, the Back Porch Sampler is designed to turn the age-old “one scoop only” problem into a thing of the past. Guests can mix six different flavors or double (or triple) up on favorites. The sampler has quickly become a fan favorite, inviting both first-timers and regulars to experiment with McGraw’s growing menu of handcrafted flavors.
Gen X Appeal
Adding to its local charm, McGraw’s Back Porch Ice Cream is also making waves on the radio. The shop sponsors “The Gen X Files” on WBSM’s Tim Weisberg Show, a daily segment covering pop culture history through a Generation X lens. Every Thursday, McGraw’s features the “Brain Freeze Question of the Week”, a trivia contest where winners receive a free Back Porch Sampler.
From Dream to Scoop
After 30 years of dreaming and months of preparation, McGraw’s Back Porch Ice Cream officially opened in the Lifestyles Plaza in Fairhaven, bringing a cool, creative vibe to the local dessert scene. It’s quickly becoming a must-visit for locals and visitors alike looking to cool down, try something new, or simply enjoy a community-minded treat.
So the next time you’re craving ice cream but can’t decide on a flavor, don’t choose—try them all. The Back Porch Sampler is here to make your decision a delicious one.
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