Mellow β’ versatileOat-based
Soft flavour and creamy body for classics, caramel and biscuit profiles.
Vegan sorbets, oat-based scoops, coconut creams and playful toppings developed for flavour first β not as an afterthought.
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Use these three perspectives to compare flavour, texture and the way each option fits a serving moment.
Mellow β’ versatileSoft flavour and creamy body for classics, caramel and biscuit profiles.
Rich β’ aromaticFull body and tropical aroma for chocolate, mango and toasted coconut.
Bright β’ directThe cleanest route to vivid fruit flavour and refreshing texture.
Use this table as a starting point, then check current product information for the exact recipe and service context.
| Base | Body | Natural flavour | Best use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oat | Medium and smooth | Mild cereal note | Vanilla, caramel, cookie |
| Coconut | Rich and coating | Distinct coconut aroma | Cacao, mango, lime |
| Cashew or almond | Dense and creamy | Nutty | Praline and coffee |
| Fruit and water | Light and refreshing | Fruit-dominant | Sorbets |
Oat, coconut, nut and fruit bases each bring different body, aroma and freezing behaviour. The best choice depends on the intended flavour: neutral oat for vanilla or caramel, coconut for tropical recipes, and fruit-only sorbet for maximum brightness.
A mellow, neutral base with soft cereal sweetness and a rounded finish.
Coconut body matched with dark cocoa to keep the finish rich rather than thin.
Fruit-led intensity with no need for a milk substitute.
A salty-sweet plant-based scoop with clearly declared nut and wheat allergens.

βPlant-based ice cream is at its best when the base is chosen for the flavour, not hidden beneath it.ββ London Samβs plant kitchen
A clear sequence makes tasting, serving or planning easier and more consistent.
Choose sorbet for the lightest, cleanest finish.
Choose oat-based recipes for a familiar dairy-style softness.
Choose coconut-based recipes for a richer, more aromatic body.
Check nut, gluten and soya declarations even when a product is dairy-free.
Product recipes and operating conditions can change. For allergies or specific dietary needs, request current information before ordering.
No. Vegan products can contain nuts, soya, wheat and other allergens, and shared equipment may create cross-contact risk.
Not necessarily. Sugar performs structural functions in frozen desserts, so compare nutrition information product by product.
Many are, but recipes may include honey, egg white or other non-vegan ingredients. Always check the label.
Plant-based frozen cakes can be made with suitable sponge or crumb layers, sauces and toppings, subject to current availability.
Explore bright sorbets and creamy oat or coconut scoops for cones, tubs and celebrations.
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