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J.P. Licks’ “Thin Mint” Flavor Supported Local Girl Scouts

For anyone who loves Girl Scout Thin Mint cookies, J.P. Licks’ most recent featured flavor, Thin Mint ice cream, is as authentic as it gets. J.P. Licks’ Thin Mint ice cream is made with original Thin Mint Girl Scout cookies mixed with green mint ice cream. The flavor, which was featured throughout March, rocketed to a best seller; created many new ice cream fans, AND supported the local Girl Scouts.

The award winning homemade ice cream café worked with Girl Scouts from Jamaica Plain, Roxbury, Mattapan and Dorchester and purchased 20 cases of Thin Mint Girl Scout cookies.

At least four boxes of Thin Mint cookies went into every batch of J.P. Licks’ Thin Mint ice cream, which was produced on-site in the Jamaica Plain store.

According to Girls Scouts of the USA Cookie Report, Thin Mint cookies and all the other varieties of Girl Scout cookies are Kosher and contain zero trans fats. Best of all, proceeds from Girl Scout cookie sales benefit girls in the community where they are sold.

“We offered the Thin Mint ice cream at all of our stores and it quickly became a best seller among our Top 10 flavors. All of our products are Kosher and luckily, so are the Thin Mint Girl Scout cookies so we’re able to use them in our recipe. We’re definitely going to bring this flavor back next year and look forward to working with local Girl Scouts again,” noted Kim Sawchuk, Director of Operations at J.P. Licks.

To located a store, visit jplicks.com.

J.P. Licks recently expanded their product line to include Numi loose leaf teas and hot breakfast at every store and French Press coffee at their locations in Jamaica Plain, Coolidge Corner, One Brigham Circle, West Roxbury and Harvard Square.

Best of Boston and Beyond

For more than 27 years, J.P. Licks has been serving homemade ice cream, frozen yogurt and other specialties in their eight Kosher-certified shops in and around Boston. They have won, literally, hundreds of awards over the years. Most recently, J.P. Licks has received six “Best of Boston’s” from Boston Magazine; 10 consecutive “Best” awards from the Boston Phoenix Reader’s Poll and three consecutive “Bests” from The Weekly Dig magazine. J.P. Licks was also chosen as Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce’s “Small Business of the Year” in 2007.

Additionally, J.P. Licks roasts their own fair trade and organic coffee beans in the Jamaica Plain store and they cater ice cream parties, too. Visit the website at jplicks.com for even more information.

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“Coffee for $1.00” at J.P. Licks

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From February 16th through the 28th, customers can get a small coffee all day, every day, for only $1.00 at any J.P. Licks location. J.P. Licks has been roasting their own fresh coffee in the Jamaica Plain store since 1999, and now offers a wide selection of Fair Trade and organic certified coffees.

Coffee sampling and $4.00 off promotion

In addition to offering a $1.00 coffee, J.P. Licks will also offer free coffee samples every evening from 6-9 p.m. in all locations and will be providing customers during this time a coupon for $4.00 off a one pound bag of their home roasted beans. The samplings will enable customers to try some of the different varieties of coffees that J.P. Licks has to offer, including their wonderful decafs, all of which are Swiss Water Processed, which uses no chemicals in the decaffeination process.

It’s all in the Blend

Since February is “Specialty Coffee Month”, you’ll be able to try a variety of coffees such as J.P. Licks’ Rainforest Alliance coffee known as “Don Telmo Reserva” from Colombia. It’s certified organic, shade grown and bird-friendly, and the Rainforest Alliance seal ensures that everyone in the chain (growers, harvesters, processors, and Mother Earth) gets fair treatment and compensation.

Don Telmo Reserva Colombian coffee is one of the smoothest Colombian flavors. It’s medium bodied and very well balanced with slight notes of chocolate. Those who like bold, full flavored coffee such as Sumatra or Ethiopia, would like J.P. Licks’ Winter Blend. The House Blend is perfect for folks who like smooth coffee with medium acidity. Each of these coffees, as well as a dark roast and a decaf will be available during the $1 coffee promotion.

J.P. Licks offers one of the widest varieties of coffees on a rotating basis. Their Fair Trade Organic coffees include: Ethiopia, Mild Blend, Mexico, Peru, Nicaragua, Sumatra, Decaf Cascadia Blend, Decaf Mexico and Decaf Sumatra. Other favorites offered are: Costa Rica, Espresso Blend, House Blend, Guatamala, Kenya, Kilimanjaro Blend and Decaf Espresso.

The award-winning homemade ice cream café with eight shops in and around Boston has coffee blends to please any palate. To learn more about J.P. Licks’ special coffee brews or other offerings, visit jplicks.com.

Best of Boston and Beyond

For more than 27 years, J.P. Licks has been serving homemade ice cream, frozen yogurt and other specialties in their eight Kosher-certified shops in and around Boston. They have won, literally, hundreds of awards over the years. Most recently, J.P. Licks has received six “Best of Boston’s” from Boston Magazine; 10 consecutive “Best” awards from the Boston Phoenix Reader’s Poll and three consecutive “Bests” from The Weekly Dig magazine. J.P. Licks was also chosen as Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce’s “Small Business of the Year” in 2007.

Additionally, J.P. Licks roasts their own fair trade and organic coffee beans in the Jamaica Plain store AND they cater ice cream parties, too. Visit the website at jplicks.com for even more information.

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J.P. Licks’ Offers Treats that Warm the Heart in February

Cupid would approve of J.P. Licks’ line of hot and cold treats that are being offered during February. The award-winning homemade ice cream café with eight shops in and around Boston offers something for everyone to enjoy this month.

Spice Things Up with El Diablo!

Warm up with J.P. Licks’ award winning El Diablo Hot Chocolate! Having recently won the Harvard Square People’s Choice Award, El Diablo Hot Chocolate is made with J.P. Licks’ homemade hot chocolate mix and an added kick of cayenne pepper!

Looking for a dessert with real “spice”? Back by popular demand, J.P. Lick’s offers a “hot” El Diablo sundae made with cinnamon and cayenne peppered chocolate ice cream, hot fudge, whipped cream and sprinkled with hot cinnamon hearts.

New at J.P. Licks – Rain Forest Alliance Coffee!

February is Specialty Coffee Month and J.P. Licks is proud to introduce their first Rain Forest Alliance coffee, “Don Telmo Reserva” from Colombia. It’s certified organic, shade grown and bird-friendly, and the Rain Forest Alliance seal ensures that everyone in the chain (growers, harvesters, processors, and Mother Earth) gets fair treatment and compensation.


The bean brews a lovely cup of coffee, in fact, it’s one of the smoothest Colombian flavors; very well balanced with slight notes of chocolate.

Valentine’s Day Cakes

Don’t forget to pick up your Valentine’s Day cake! Recognizing that there are just as many “vanilla lovers” as there are “chocolate lovers”, J.P. Licks is rolling out two new ice cream cakes this year. For those who are “pure of heart”, J.P. Licks is offering an Elegant Vanilla cake, made with J.P. Licks’ homemade ultra-rich vanilla ice cream and topped with a vanilla ice cream icing and a red heart. Those looking to quell their chocolate craving will love J.P. Licks’ Chocolate Covered Oreo cake made with Oreo ice cream generously covered in decadent chocolate ganache and topped with a red heart.

From now until February 14th, J.P. Licks Cash Cow loyalty cardholders will receive an extra $5 in rewards with a Valentine’s cake purchase. Not a Cash Cow card holder? Simply visit J.P. Licks to get one and register it to start earning rewards.

Double Points During February

J.P. Licks Cash Cow loyalty cardholders will earn rewards twice as fast in February. For every $25 spent, patrons earn $5 when they use their registered Cash Cow card.

J.P. Licks stores can be found at Coolidge Corner, Davis Square, Harvard Square, Mission Hill, Newbury Street, Newton Centre, West Roxbury and Jamaica Plain. Visit www.jplicks.com to check store hours

February’s Featured Flavors

Special ice cream flavors for February include Coconut Crème, Chocolate Orange, El Diablo, Chocolate Peanut Butter Ripple, Cheesecake Brownie, Fresh Banana, Black Raspberry Chip Lowfat Yogurt, Mango Sorbet and Chocolate Pudding Lactose Free.

“In February, when daylight is short and the snow keeps piling up, we all need a little boost. One of the best ways to lift your spirits and to make others happy as well is by pleasing the palate,” noted J.P. Licks founder Vince Petryk.

Best of Boston and Beyond

For more than 27 years, J.P. Licks has been serving homemade ice cream, frozen yogurt and other specialties in their eight Kosher-certified shops in and around Boston. They have won, literally, hundreds of awards over the years. Most recently, J.P. Licks has received six “Best of Boston’s” from Boston Magazine; 10 consecutive “Best” awards from the Boston Phoenix Reader’s Poll and three consecutive “Bests” from The Weekly Dig magazine. J.P. Licks was also chosen as Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce’s “Small Business of the Year” in 2007.

Additionally, J.P. Licks roasts their own fair trade and organic coffee beans in the Jamaica Plain store AND they cater ice cream parties, too. Visit the website at jplicks.com for even more information.

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Spice Up Fall with J.P. Licks’ Seasonal Desserts and Coffee

J.P. Licks, the beloved ice cream shop with eight locations in and around Boston, is offering a selection of rich, seasonal ice cream, cakes, pies and coffee for fall.

J.P. Licks’ new Pumpkin Custard ice cream tops the list, tasting just like Grandma’s pie. It’s made with real pumpkin and eggs and spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg and molasses. J.P. Licks’ Carrot Cake ice cream is true to form and made with fresh carrots, raisins, brown sugar and cinnamon.

Both are limited edition flavors and available through November, while supplies last.

Cakes & Pies for Thanksgiving

J.P. Licks’ ultra rich Pumpkin Pies and Carrot Cakes are good reasons to volunteer to bring dessert this Thanksgiving. The Pumpkin Pie has a buttery graham cracker crust and is made with J.P. Licks’ rich Pumpkin Custard ice cream.

The Carrot Cake is made with J.P. Licks’ Carrot Cake ice cream and hand packed for a denser, heavier cake. It’s topped with a thick layer of real cream cheese frosting. Baby cakes, which are 6” around and serve six to 10 people, are in stock in all the stores. Medium size (8” around, serving eight to 15) and large size (10” around, serving 12-20) cakes are also available with 24 hour notice. Prices on all cakes range from $18.99 to $31.99.

Don’t forget to pick up a pint of J.P. Lick’s Wild Turkey Bourbon ice cream. It’s made with liquor and will kick off Thanksgiving in a whole new way!

Check out these other sumptuous flavors available through November at J.P. Licks:

French Vanilla*; Peanut Butter Oreo; El Diablo (a spicy chocolate); Pumpkin Cheesecake*; Vermont Maple lowfat yogurt; Cranberry Orange Sorbet; Pumpkin Lactose Free* and Lime Sherbet. * Items contain eggs.

The featured sundae of the month is a Gingerbread Sundae. Other non-frozen treats available: M&M party Cookie; Pumpkin Chip Cookie; Frosted Pumpkin Muffin; Vegan Blueberry Muffin; Maple Walnut Scone; Frosted Pumpkin Loaf; Cranberry Orange Nut Loaf; Gingerbread Squares.

Drink in Some Holiday Cheer

J.P. Licks will offer their special Holiday Blend coffee all through November and December. It is a syrupy, smooth blend, with strong spice notes and very warming for the holidays.

Visit jplicks.com for all locations.

Best of Boston and Beyond

For more than 25 years, J.P. Licks has been serving homemade ice cream and other specialties in their eight Kosher-certified shops in and around Boston. Locally owned and operated, J.P. Licks has won many awards over the years for their intensely-flavored homemade ice cream and frozen yogurt. Most recently, J.P. Licks was named “Best of Boston” and “Best Location – Jamaica Plain” by Boston Magazine and also made WBZ’s “A-List” for the second year in a row. Known for their high quality, scrumptious treats and their knack for “treating people right”, J.P. Licks was named Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce’s “Small Business of the Year”.

In addition to their frozen creations, J.P. Licks roasts their own fair trade and organic coffee beans on-site at their Jamaica Plain store, which ensures the best and the freshest, full-bodied cup of coffee around. Decadent hand-packed ice cream cakes as well as breakfast & ice cream sundae catering are also available.

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J.P. Licks Offers $1 Coffee on Veterans’ Day. Proceeds to benefit New England Shelter for Homeless Veterans

On Tuesday, November 11th, J.P. Licks will be offering patrons a small cup of fresh brewed coffee for $1 at each of their eight stores in remembrance and celebration of Veterans’ Day. All proceeds from $1 small fresh brewed coffees will be donated to the New England Shelter for Homeless Veterans (NESHV) in Boston.

“We wanted to honor and support those who have served us and our country,” noted Vince Petryk, founder of J.P. Licks.

J.P. Licks has a passion for coffee and deep rooted commitment to coffee growers which is reflected in their selection of Fair Trade Organic (FTO) coffees. To ensure high quality and flavor consistency in every cup of coffee, J.P. Licks insists on roasting their beans at their Jamaica Plain store and has been doing so since 1999. Customers who enjoy a great cup of J.P. Licks coffee may also purchase their favorite blend of fresh roasted coffee beans.

Visit http://www.jplicks.com for store locations and hours. The NESHV is located at 17 Court Street in Boston. For more information, visit neshv.org.

Best of Boston and Beyond

For more than 25 years, J.P. Licks has been serving homemade ice cream and other specialties in their eight Kosher-certified shops in and around Boston. Locally owned and operated, J.P. Licks has won many awards over the years for their intensely-flavored homemade ice cream and frozen yogurt. Most recently, J.P. Licks was named “Best of Boston” and “Best Location – Jamaica Plain” by Boston Magazine and also made WBZ’s “A-List” for the second year in a row. Known for their high quality, scrumptious treats and their knack for “treating people right”, J.P. Licks was named Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce’s “Small Business of the Year”.

In addition to their frozen creations, J.P. Licks roasts their own fair trade and organic coffee beans on-site at their Jamaica Plain store, which ensures the best and the freshest, full-bodied cup of coffee around. Decadent hand-packed ice cream cakes as well as breakfast & ice cream sundae catering are also available.

Visit the website at jplicks.com for more information.

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