About Us

Making Ice Cream for Joe

When we started milking our sheep, we had a friend living with us named Joe.  Joe couldn’t drink cow's milk, he was extremely lactose intolerant. Unfortunately, this also meant that Joe couldn’t have ice cream. And Joe loved ice cream.  We had read that many lactose intolerant people could drink sheep’s milk.  So we convinced Joe to try some, and guess what – he was able to drink it without any issues.

 

Then one day Joe approached me.  Joe said he really wanted to eat ice cream, but it just "tore him up" because of his lactose intolerance.   He asked if I could make ice cream for him from the sheep's milk. I said, sure, I would try.  So after some experimenting with recipes, I came up with one that worked. Joe tried it... and he didn't have any issues with it! Joe was ecstatic, and we made a lot of ice cream for Joe that summer.

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That is when we decided we had to start making ice cream.  From the beginning we have been determined to make ice cream using all natural ingredients, no preservatives, and of course, our amazing sheep's milk.  We have developed a number of really neat flavors including Apple Cinnamon, Peach, Blueberry, Blackberry (to name a few).  We only use natural ingredients like fresh peaches in our peach ice  cream, or regionally sourced apples in our Apple cinnamon ice cream.  

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Building A Creamery

We are currently in the process of building a creamery.  We have a group of investors supporting us, we have purchased the equipment, and site work has begun on septic design, and utilities expansion.  Our creamery building is being built by Don's Dairy Supply.  Our goal is to have inspections complete and full scale production by January 1, 2026.  Our new facility will provide us with production capacity of up to 50 gallons of ice cream per day!

 

Why Sheep's Milk?

Many lactose intolerant people can drink sheep’s milk and eat sheep’s milk ice cream. In fact, sheep's milk is a powerhouse of health benefits including:

• Rich in nutrients: Packed with vitamins, minerals, and proteins, sheep's milk is a nutritional treasure that supports overall well-being.

• Digestibility: Easier to digest compared to cow's milk, it's a great option for those with lactose intolerance or sensitivities.

• Boosts Immunity: Loaded with immune-boosting nutrients like zinc and vitamin D, sheep's milk helps strengthen your body's defense mechanisms.

• Brain Health: Contains essential fatty acids that contribute to brain health, promoting cognitive function and mental well-being.

• Bone Health: High in calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium, sheep's milk supports strong and healthy bones.

• Natural Goodness: Produced without the use of growth hormones, sheep's milk is a wholesome, natural choice for a healthier lifestyle.

 

Because of all these health benefits, we think sheep’s milk is the best way to make ice cream! And this is what we use to make Just for Ewe sheep’s milk ice cream.