From village dreams to global scoops: How Dumont Creamery put Andhra Pradesh on the ice cream map

In the quiet village of Jakkulanakkalam near Gudavalli, Andhra Pradesh, a homegrown ice cream brand is rewriting the rules of India's frozen dessert industry. What began in 1999 as a small family-run unit with a handful of flavours and a big dream has today become a name that is delighting palates from Vijayawada to Vegas – Dumont Creamery. Behind this unlikely success story is a combination of deep local roots, bold flavour innovation, and global ambition. As India’s appetite for premium and artisanal ice cream grows, Dumont has emerged as a symbol of what regional food entrepreneurs can achieve with the right blend of passion, process, and product innovation. Today, the brand's high-capacity plant in Gudavalli produces up to 3,000 litres of ice cream per hour, employing over 180 people and powering a research and development team that has created more than 300 unique flavours.

From the richness of Filter Coffee and Choco Orange to globally inspired bestsellers like Lotus Biscoff and Blueberry Cheesecake, Dumont has built a portfolio that appeals to both Indian nostalgia and international tastes. Yet, at its heart, the brand remains committed to the land and its people. It sources key ingredients locally – such as Nuzividu mangoes from the Eluru district, chikoo and kala jamun from neighbouring food farms in Andhra Pradesh – preserving the authentic taste of Andhra in every scoop.

These locally inspired flavours are not just crowd favourites at home but also help differentiate Dumont in international markets. The company’s overseas journey, which began with the launch of stores in the United States, now includes 10 outlets, with plans for 25 more by 2026. It’s a bold expansion plan for a brand that still calls Vijayawada its soul. In contrast to sleek, metropolitan dessert cafés, it’s approach in India emphasises community-based experiences, offering affordable indulgence to families, students, and small-town consumers.

This blend of accessibility and aspiration has won it a loyal following. Industry observers note that it’s rise coincides with broader trends in Andhra Pradesh’s food ecosystem. The Andhra Pradesh Food Processing Policy 2020–25, which supports cold chain infrastructure and export-oriented manufacturing, has made it easier for agri-linked businesses like Dumont to scale and innovate. What sets the brand apart, however, is more than policy or plant capacity – it’s their mindset. The company’s journey from a modest rural setup to a globally recognised ice cream brand is a reminder that ambition and authenticity can coexist. In doing so, the company has placed not just its brand, but Jakkulanakkalam village itself, on the global map. As it eyes new international markets and deeper domestic penetration, Dumont Creamery continues to churn out more than just ice cream – it’s serving up a story of rooted innovation and the sweet success of believing in local roots.