By OSWALD T. BROWN
WASHINGTON, D.C., April 1, 2024 — Deputy Prime Chester Cooper, who is also Minister of Tourism, Investment and Aviation, today posted a collection of photos on his Team Cooper Facebook page that I absolutely had to share with readers of my Washington, D.C. – based online publication, BAHAMAS CHRONICLE, which has a huge following among the Bahamian diaspora across the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom as well as in The Bahamas and the wider Caribbean. The photos were posted with the following narrative:
“We’re thrilled to welcome Tipsy Scoop Bahamas to Nassau! This first international franchise of Tipsy Scoop opened today, bringing a unique blend of tradition and modern flair, with roots going back to 1870 in Glasgow, to the heart of our revitalized downtown. A big congratulations to Mykul and Doneth Cartwright for introducing this delightful experience to our shores, and here’s to the sweet success of Tipsy Scoop in the Bahamas! Welcome, Tipsy Scoop! Tipsy Bartender.
BAHAMAS CHRONICLE EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is an excerpt from Tipsy Scoops website: “Born in a New York City kitchen in 2014, Tipsy Scoop™ was one of the first alcohol-infused ice cream companies in the world. Our unique boozy flavors are as delicious as they are Instagrammable, combining the nostalgia of a scoop of ice cream with the indulgence of a craft cocktail.
As a franchisee you could own the first Tipsy Scoop™ Barlour in your area, serving a boozy twist on the traditional ice cream shop experience: from our famous ice cream flights and over-the-top cocktail sundaes, to special occasion & event packages, to limited edition collaboration flavors with some of the most well-known spirits brands. Our customers are loyal followers will be so excited to finally find #tipsyscoop in their neighborhood!
TIPSY SCOOP FRANCHISE
The emerging franchisor is on a mission to her company’s alcohol-infused ice cream to customers across the U.S. For Melissa Tavss, making ice cream has always been more than just a job – it’s a legacy.
“Ice cream-making runs in my family, dating back to the 1800s,” says Tavss, the founder of Tipsy Scoop, a franchise brand that makes artisanal liquor-infused ice cream in a variety of delectable flavors.
That family history stretches back to 1870, when Tavss’ great-great-great grandfather emigrated to Scotland from Italy, bringing gelato – a relatively unknown frozen treat at the time – with him to his new country. For two more generations, Tavss’s family continued the tradition of making quality ice cream in the United Kingdom, with Tavss’ great-grandfather eventually becoming the President of the Ice Cream Alliance of Great Britain.
“I was always fascinated by that family tradition and history of ice cream-making – and always interested in perfecting my own ice cream recipe,” Tavss recalls.
So, it came as no surprise when, in 2012, Tavss revived the old family business and began making her own ice cream – this time, with a modern twist.
