“Rage, rage against the dying of the light”, or maybe, against the dying of summer, as in the case of ice cream giant Baskin-Robbins. *
Late in August, they released the results of a study “What Your Ice Cream Eating Preferences Say About You,” teaming with behavioral food expert Juliet A. Boghossian.
A cross section of one thousand U.S. consumers were surveyed, revealing some interesting personality traits.
The results are fun to explore.
How do you prefer your ice cream ?
Ice Cream Cone…You are The Optimist, an idealist who leads with your heart. Those who choose sugar cones are the life of the party and are funny, edgy, performers. Waffle cone lovers are more traditional and nurturing caregivers, likely the host of the party.
Bowl or Cup… You are The Realist, an analytical type, a rational thinker. You’re responsible, dutiful, family-oriented and hardworking.
Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich… You might be considered The Eccentric, and have a complex mix of contradictions, known to be a artistic, impulsive and idealistic.
Ice Cream Sundaes… You are The Ambitious, and are open, passionate, motivated and loyal, plus take calculated risks.
Out Of The Carton… You, of course, are The Practical; resourceful, dependent, pragmatic, an introvert and are often strong leaders.
Milkshake… You are The Free Spirit, young at heart, fearless, athletic and are more likely to take impulsive risks.
Check out the entire survey here.
* Quote from the famous poem of Dylan Thomas, who opens with these lines..
Do not go gentle into that good night,
Old age should burn and rave at close of day;
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.
vanbytheriver 
I’d know that quote anywhere! (Dylan Thomas)
What a fun piece 🙂 I like ice cream every and any which way so…there’s that 🙂
You are Cosmopolitan G !
LOL!!!!! I LOVE that!
As I have long suspected I am bipolar (bear) when it comes to ice cream. Or you could say I am diverse! The only big giant no for me is the cone. Too ordinary….😉
Not a fan of the cone myself, since I eat slowly, and the melting thing ! Thanks, Dweezer.
Yeeees!
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My preferences have changed over the years: from cones to sundaes to cup. Definitely losing my edge 🙂
Ha ha…I don’t think you are alone in that, Rosaliene. Thanks for the visit and comment.
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shhhh… I am a carton one
and still recall my roommate walking in back in 1987 and saying,. “get a bowl”
lol
but spoons from the carton were easy
and well, according to your post – PRACTICAL – lol
Your secret is safe with me…With those premium ice cream pints…I’m into the carton. And those are supposed to be 4 servings ??? It’s hard to stop at a half cup serving.
oh well those serving sizes are absurd – now really… and still remember Jim Gaffigan joking about how like two fig newton cookies were a serving – anyhow, speaking of ice cream, I remeber how sad we all were when Breyer’s brand ice cream started adding guar gum and well, thankfully that are still great companies that use all natural and simple ingredients make a dense, high good fat ice cream.
Breyer’s now has to use the label “Frozen Dairy Dessert” on all but a very few flavors, due to purity requirements…only natural vanilla, chocolate and mint chip can be called “Ice Cream”. It’s in small print, but it’s there. Too bad.
oh I did not know that. and it is too bad – but actually the good news is that there are many old companies and now a lot of new ones – making great ice creams….(not frozen dairy confections… ha)
I’m a realist. Actually spot on true. Ice cream is an accurate indicator of personality.
They did a survey years ago about ice cream flavors…not sure that one made sense to me. But this one…maybe. I, too, come in mostly as a realist, Laura.
Fun post,Van. Our family came out Realists! 🌷Christine
Much the same here, Christine. 🍨 🍨 It’s different for me with soft ice cream/custard…I can handle a cake cone with that. Thanks for playing.
Too funny. I guess I am an optimist
That seems to fit you, Bernadette. Enjoy those cones ! 🍦
That’s so funny and I can see it. You didn’t say which is your favorite, Van. I’m a waffle cone eater. I listed them off for my husband so he could pick on and he said, “All of them.” Ha ha.
All of them might be the best answer. Your waffle cone…very exotic ! For me, sundaes and sandwiches are out, but I have been known to eat out of the carton ! Mostly, though, in a bowl.
Oh dear… what if you don’t really like ice cream…? 😫
An interesting thought you have here. I know, for myself, it’s never been my choice of dessert. That would be dark chocolate, or maybe…pie. Thanks for your perspective. The lactose intolerant also thank you.
This is awsome
You’ll have to survey your family, Lynn.
I have to! I would love to see where they fit and of course they will fight about it!
Yep that’s me out of a cup, so a realist. I’ll buy that. Though I am more your Haagen Dazs sort of chappie…
And with those kind of pints, I’ve been known to eat from the (very small) cartons !
Dylan Thomas ❤
As for the survey, I am deeply conflicted, Van. I love ice cream in every form. Least of all from a paper cup. I prefer cones to cups, and cake cones aren't listed. I prefer cartons over bowls. I love sundaes. Particularly butterscotch and hot fudge. But there's a place I order peanut butter chocolate sundaes and I wouldn't give those up. I could, if I let myself, eat a box of ice cream sandwiches, I'm sure of it. Milkshakes are life. Vanilla, thank you. This has messed with me.
Which one are you?
Oh my…sorry for the conflict, you are one of those well-rounded, authentic ice cream fans. Just enjoy it all ! I’m somewhere between the bowl and out of the carton, mostly because of Ben and Jerry’s. I had a friend who always ate out of the carton, felt guilty about it, then went out and bought a new carton, eating down to the place where it was when she started…ice cream subterfuge ! Surprisingly, it never caught up with her, has maintained her weight into her 50’s.
She can be my idol, Van. I steadily get smooshier in the middle and have had to resort to terrible things like treadmills. But I won’t give up ice cream! As you say, a fan!
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I just love this quote at the bottom. Old age should truly burn far into the night and against the dying light. Now, this survey has me wondering about myself and my eclectic desires.
That quote affects me more each year, J. Hope you identify that ice cream personality…it’s all good.
Sugar cones and shakes for me ❤
And the fire is here. Love the quote.
That fire is here to stay these days, S. My husband is a major shake fan, always vanilla. Thanks.
Here to stay. Yes!
I lament the plight of the diabetic always seeking the short no-sugar-added portion of the menu.
You’re so right, Mark, not so many choices. Maybe that will change ?
I hope that will be the case, Van!
Ha, too funny! I had never considered me a rationalist… lol!
It happens to the best of us, Erika. I’m sure I craved those cones as a child, now, not so much.
Yep, exactly! I rather skip the scone and go for the ice cream and also keep my fingers cleaner… yes, perhaps a sign of being rational and caring… lol!
I am a big ice cream fan. My favourite is our local whipped vanilla in a cone with a chocolate flake. Divine 🌼🌼🌼
Sounds delicious, Brigid. 🍦
I must be a very complex person because I am all of those at some point..:)
Dylan Thomas would be proud😊
Nothing wrong with complex. Thanks, George.
As long as it’s dairy free, I’ll take the bowl. 🙂
My thoughts go out to the lactose-intolerant, as well as those who are diabetic. Thanks, Deb.
It’s a good thing there are plenty of choices now for us. Ice cream made with coconut milk is delicous! 🙂
You’re so right, Deb.
Fun post, Van! I’m glad to know eating ice cream in waffle cones suits me! Ate way too many this summer though… 😊
Good to know of a few waffles out there, Kelly. It is the only choice listed that I can honestly say…I’ve never had. Not sure why…maybe it’s the amount of ice cream?? Thanks for sharing your summer passion.
They do seem like they hold more! You’re better off without them, just a scoop in a cup is best every now and then… do as I say, not as I do, right?!!! Have a great day, Van! xo
Thanks, Kelly, you do the same.
A fun post. I don’t know what I am as I don’t eat ice cream at all.
Thanks so much, Robbie. I’m sure you are not the only one.
FUN post, Van! If the ice cream parlors and grocery stores stocked GF cones I might be more likely to go there (waffle – never liked those Nutty Buddy type darker cones, even as a kid).
However, since going GF I have almost lost my taste for sweets overall (EXCEPT for chocolate, of course). My ice cream consumption has all but disappeared (vanilla and/or coffee when I buy it now). I eat out of the carton these days because I am the only one eating it and I don’t want to have to wash a bowl for only a few spoonfuls (no dishwasher in my current rented digs).
My personality type: BUSY!
xx,
mgh
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ADD/EFD Coach Training Field founder; ADD Coaching co-founder
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Busy, for sure, M. Too bad about the lack of gluten-free choices. Thanks for playing.
Thanks for understanding the “tribulations” of those of us who must (or choose to) eject gluten.
xx,
mgh
I love it!! (I’m the cup.)
Lots of us here, Laura. Thanks.
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Thank you, Traci.
I want some ice cream now! love the post though!
Now that you mention it…off to get my bowl ! Thanks for the visit and comment. 🍨
I require some sparkler cream now! com/2017/09/16/sparkler-cream-and-you/ I like mine in a trough or cupful.
trough….lol.