The Hop Ice Cream has been an Asheville institution since 1978, with imaginative and locally-influenced flavors. Owners Ashley and Greg Garrison became the fifth owners of the business in 2008 after having worked as scoopers since 2003. The menu at all 4 retail locations features locally-crafted dairy and vegan ice cream served in classic milkshakes, sundaes, desserts, and made-from-scratch waffle cones. The Hop’s flagship flavors (Salted Caramel, Vanilla Bean, and Chocolate) are offered alongside a variety of staples and rotating flavors — often featuring local ingredients and collaborations with Asheville businesses.