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Press Releases
Bruster’s Real Ice Cream Celebrates 35 Years of Scooping Up Renowned Fresh Made Flavors During National Ice Cream Month
July 01, 2024PITTSBURGH, Pa. (July 1, 2024) – Bruster’s Real Ice Cream is proudly marking its 35th anniversary during National Ice Cream Month, blending its premium, handcrafted ice cream with a month-long celebration. Throughout July, Bruster’s locations nationwide will feature a selection of decadent new options and timeless favorites made fresh right at your local Bruster’s, plus exciting giveaways and special promotions.
Bruster's Real Ice Cream Donates Over 3,000 Sets of Pajamas to Foster Care Youth National Nonprofit, Comfort Cases
June 05, 2024GAITHERSBURG, Md., June 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bruster’s Real Ice Cream and Comfort Cases are thrilled to announce the success of Bruster’s annual PJ Day promotion. In March, Customers were invited to visit participating Bruster’s stores wearing pajamas or with new pajamas to donate to Comfort Cases. With 80 Bruster’s stores participating in 18 states across the country, over 3,000 sets of pajamas were donated.
Bruster’s Real Ice Cream Achieves Unprecedented Milestone in 2023 – Extending National Footprint With Over 40 New Store Agreements
February 01, 2024In a resounding triumph within the franchising arena, Bruster’s Real Ice Cream has not only sustained but elevated its success, sealing over 40 new franchise location agreements in 2023.
CELEBRATE NATIONAL ICE CREAM MONTH WITH BRUSTER’S REAL ICE CREAM
July 06, 2022The summer is the best time of the year at Bruster’s Real Ice Cream, and this July your local Bruster’s is preparing for a month full of scoops and celebrations, highlighted by National Ice Cream Day on July 17th. To get you ready for the party, here are some ways that Bruster’s loves to celebrate! In honor of this year’s National Ice Cream Month, Bruster’s is releasing a brand-new flavor. Ultimate Peanut Butter Oreo®, featuring homemade vanilla ice cream swirled with creamy peanut butter and chunks of Oreo® cookies, is the newest combination to come out of the Bruster’s kitchen.
BRUSTER’S REVAMPS NON-DAIRY LINE: NOW MADE WITH OAT MILK
April 25, 2022At Bruster’s Real Ice Cream, the team is constantly looking for ways to improve their offerings to better serve their customers. Bruster’s is proud to re-launch their non-dairy vegan frozen dessert line, now made with oat milk.
BRUSTER'S REAL ICE CREAM "SWEET REWARDS" LOYALTY PROGRAM AGAIN RECOGNIZED ON NEWSWEEK'S LIST OF AMERICA'S BEST LOYALTY PROGRAMS
March 22, 2022For the second year in a row, Newsweek recognized Bruster's Real Ice Cream's Sweet Rewards on America's Best Loyalty Program rankings in the Catering, Restaurants and Leisure: Ice Cream and Frozen Yogurt Stores category. Bruster's secured an overall score that was 6% higher from 2021.
BRUSTER’S SIGNS 6-UNIT AGREEMENT IN SAN DIEGO, BRINGING 29 NEW FRANCHISE DEALS TO 2021
November 11, 2021Company sweetens contract in 11 states including major metros San Diego, Chicago, Indianapolis, Cleveland and Philadelphia PITTSBURGH (November 11, 2021) – After completing another record-breaking summer season, Bruster’s Real Ice Cream is pleased to announce six new units under agreement in San Diego. These new franchises are on the heels of a sky-high sales season; […]
BRUSTER’S HOSTS SWEET CELEBRATIONS GIVEAWAY AND AWARDS FIVE WINNERS FREE ICE CREAM FOR YEAR
August 26, 2021Company selects recipients from Florida, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New York and Virginia PITTSBURGH – Bruster’s Real Ice Cream was founded in 1989 and decades after its inception, Bruster’s still maintains family values across the business. With a commitment to celebrating customers throughout life’s special moments, the company introduced a national ice cream contest to show its […]
BRUSTER’S REAL ICE CREAM HIGHLIGHTS SWEET REWARDS SUCCESS WITH NATIONAL HONOR FROM NEWSWEEK
June 30, 2021Celebration with local community during grand opening over Independence Day weekend PITTSBURGH – The idea of Bruster’s Real Ice Cream originated in Bridgewater, Pennsylvania in 1989. More than thirty years later, the national brand continues to grow… but it isn’t forgetting its roots in Pittsburgh. Considered one of the most popular neighborhoods in the city, […]
BRUSTER’S REAL ICE CREAM SERVES UP PANDEMIC-PROOF RESULTS
February 05, 2021Company sets business records while also maintaining longevity and strength in new year PITTSBURGH – As Bruster’s Real Ice Cream’s CEO Jim Sahene always says, the business is about opening one great store at a time. That vision, which guides the system of nearly 200 locations, has paid off. Capitalizing on customer engagement via technology, […]
RUSTER’S INAUGURAL FEEDING AMERICA® FUNDRAISER RAISES $44,500 TO PROVIDE 890,000 MEALS
September 08, 2020n first year of partnership company exceeds expectations while making a difference for thousands PITTSBURGH – Bruster’s Real Ice Cream has always been keen on giving back at the store level to its local communities. Coming into 2020, and when the pandemic hit, Bruster’s wanted to do something bigger, broader, more impactful. Feeding America and […]
BRUSTER’S LAUNCHES NATIONAL FUNDRAISER BENEFITTING FEEDING AMERICA DURING HUNGER ACTION MONTH
September 03, 2020Bruster’s will donate $1* for every waffle cone sold Saturday, September 12 across all U.S. locations PITTSBURGH – While Bruster’s Real Ice Cream had a fruitful summer season in which it broke the systemwide record for same store sales growth and selling nearly 2.5x more new franchise agreements from the same time period in 2019, […]
BRUSTER’S REAL ICE CREAM SETS RECORD FOR NEW STORE AGREEMENTS AND SALES
August 04, 2020Building upon its success, Bruster’s is set to give back PITTSBURGH – Not only was July National Ice Cream Month and Bruster’s Real Ice Cream’s 31st anniversary, but it also turned out to be an unforgettable business coup with the brand exceeding expectations in many ways. Thanks to the completion of double-digit new franchise agreements, […]
BRUSTER’S REAL ICE CREAM IS FULL STEAM AHEAD FOR NATIONAL ICE CREAM MONTH 2020
July 01, 2020Company announces best-ever sales in May and three new stores PITTSBURGH – This year has been full of obstacles and changes. And while the world is still adjusting, adapting and recovering, Bruster’s Real Ice Cream is hoping to continue to do its part by scooping smiles for customers. During National Ice Cream Month in July, […]
SWEET AND SALTY TREATS ARE ON THE MENU AT BRUSTER’S REAL ICE CREAM IN MAY
April 04, 2020Bruster’s is continuing to operate and to comply with local health guidelines PITTSBURGH – With the effects of Coronavirus (COVID-19) still top-of-mind, creating new routines and traditions can be restorative. And Bruster’s Real Ice Cream is committed to doing its part to help bring joy to customers by maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations […]
BRUSTER’S 2020 PJ DAY CUSTOMER APPRECIATION EVENT IS BACK WITH INTRODUCTION OF NEW NON-DAIRY FLAVORS
March 03, 2020Company expands menu to include new non-dairy options PITTSBURGH – For the better part of three decades, Bruster’s Real Ice Cream has kicked-off its season with PJ Day, a celebration appreciating its customers. And during March, customers can visit their local shops for premium ice cream flavors and artisan desserts at an incredible discount. To […]
BRUSTER’S KICKSTARTS 2020 WITH TEN NEW STORE AGREEMENTS
February 13, 2020In addition to current slate of location openings, company enhances growth with new contracts PITTSBURGH – After reveling in 30 years of business in 2019, Bruster’s Real Ice Cream is still celebrating as the company announces the completion of ten new store agreements. With six stores expected to open in California, and four in Florida, […]
BRUSTER’S GOES BIG IN TEXAS: NEW STORE MAKES FIVE LOCATIONS IN THE LONE STAR STATE AND FIRST IN AUSTIN
January 20, 2020Company opens one great store at a time as part of development plan PITTSBURGH – In 2019, Bruster’s Real Ice Cream opened in Haverhill, Massachusetts, Windermere, Florida, Provo, Utah, Athens, Georgia and Frisco/Little Elm, Texas. And this month, Bruster’s of Austin, owned and operated by Rudolph Maier, will open for business at 3303 Ranch Road, […]
BRUSTER’S REAL ICE CREAM CELEBRATES NATIONAL DISTINCTION BY ENTREPRENEUR AS A TOP FRANCHISE FOR VETERANS
November 11, 2019Rated one of the top 50 companies, company keeps up assurances to transitioning military veterans PITTSBURGH – This Veterans Day, Bruster’s Real Ice Cream has even more cause to celebrate. With a time-honored commitment to veterans and their families, nearly 10 percent of the company’s store owners are military personnel. And as a result of […]
SCOOPS, PUPS AND A BRAND NEW BRUSTER’S IN FRISCO/LITTLE ELM, TEXAS
October 24, 2019Local shop invites residents to grand opening celebration from October 25 – October 27, 2019 PITTSBURGH – October is a great month for a grand opening. With fall flavors on the menu, a community partnership in the works and a new ice cream shop that is A Scoop Above the Rest, Bruster’s of Frisco/Little Elm, […]
BACK TO BRUSTER’S: SCHOOL SEASON IS PERFECT TIME TO STOP FOR SCOOPS AT NEW BRUSTER’S OF ATHENS
September 30, 2019With this franchise location, Bruster’s now has 55 locations in Georgia PITTSBURGH – Bruster’s Real Ice Cream may have been founded and headquartered in Pennsylvania, but its largest market is Georgia with a significant concentration in the Atlanta area. Bruster’s in Athens brings approximately 2,000 square feet, including an outside patio at which to make […]
BRUSTER’S REAL ICE CREAM SEIZES OPPORTUNITY TO MAINTAIN GROWTH TRAJECTORY WITH ADDITION OF NEW SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, FRANCHISE DEVELOPMENT
September 10, 2019With the addition of Greg Danziger, franchise team swells by 50 percent PITTSBURGH – On the heels of its 30th anniversary, six consecutive years of same store sales growth, record-shattering average unit volume and new store openings, Bruster’s Real Ice Cream is doubling down on development with the addition of Greg Danziger as Senior Vice […]
A FRESH START: BRUSTER’S NOW SERVING PREMIUM ICE CREAM IN NEW WESTERN MARKET
August 05, 2019Situated Advantageously in Provo, Utah, Store Continues Company’s 2019 Growth Spree PITTSBURGH – Damon Wood and his wife Michelle Wood first ventured 250 miles to Bruster’s Real Ice Cream to try premium ice cream. And after seeing its creation in the stores where it is served, the two began a plan: to make ice cream […]
BRUSTER’S COMMEMORATES 30 YEARS IN BUSINESS WITH NATIONAL FESTIVITIES
July 08, 2019Founded in 1989, Company Observes Anniversary During National Ice Cream Month PITTSBURGH – What do you get when you combine a major anniversary and National Ice Cream Month? One awesome celebration. Bruce Reed established his namesake business, Bruster’s Real Ice Cream, on July 13, 1989. With an idea to create somewhere customers could enjoy homemade […]
The Countdown is On: Bruster’s Releases More Special Offers Before 30th Anniversary
June 04, 2019Company Presents Mango Dragon Fruit Sorbet and Custom Freezes in June PITTSBURGH – With little more than a month until Bruster’s Real Ice Cream celebrates its 30th anniversary, the company is building excitement with two limited time offers for June: new Mango Dragon Fruit Sorbet and custom Icy Freezes. Both designed to keep customers cool […]