Great news comes from Florence, where at this year’s International Ice Cream Consortium (IICC) conference, King Supreme, a stick ice cream, claimed first place in the “Best Ice Cream” category, while King Obsession in Layers in a cup won second place in the “Most Innovative Ice Cream” category.
“We proudly announce that the IICC’s international jury has once again awarded our work. King ice creams have received prestigious recognition in extremely competitive categories, which confirms King’s market success in the region and worldwide. These awards represent a recognition of the consistent quality King continues to exceed every year. We thank all our colleagues who worked on developing these now internationally crowned ice creams – this award is a result of our shared effort and passion,” said Ivan Babić, General Manager for the Adriatics region.
As a member of the IICC, an association gathering top ice cream experts from around the world, King proudly carries these prestigious awards. Amid fierce competition, King’s perfectly balanced combinations of flavors, textures, and formats impressed the jury, with first and second place affirming Ledo’s commitment to quality, innovation, and pushing industry boundaries.
“For us, King is not just an ice cream – it’s a symbol of creativity and passion. Driven by innovation and breaking industry boundaries, we’ve created an ice cream that turns every moment into an unforgettable experience. Our consumers are always at the center of every project, and their wishes and needs are essential in developing new products,” stated Andrea Klišanić, Marketing Manager for the Adriatics region for King.
King Supreme brings the perfect balance of salted caramel, one of the world’s most desirable flavors. The expertly balanced combination of milk and salted caramel, white chocolate, and crunchy bits has delighted King fans this year.
King Obsession in Layers is the perfect choice, with layers of creamy ice cream, crunchy toppings, and rich sauces in a 450 ml cup format, designed for enjoyment in special, self-focused moments, turning any occasion into a favorite time of day. Each layer of this ice cream brings unique textures through crunchy bits, creamy ice creams, and soft toppings, providing an even richer, multisensory experience. This innovation marks King’s impressive growth rate this year.
“Our latest innovation, King in Layers, is the result of long-term, persistent, and dedicated work by numerous teams on the most complex production endeavor this year, making the award for it especially significant and a source of additional pride. Thanks to customized equipment and specialized production processes, we have created perfect layers that make King in Layers a unique experience for our consumers. I am particularly pleased that these efforts have been recognized by our consumers, as indicated by market data and their reactions,” said Luka Sorić, Production Director for the Adriatics region.
