Golden North’s honey-flavoured ice cream is a beloved South Australian treat, made for over 100 years in Laura, SA. Known for its delicious Laura Golden North Icecream, the recipe uses fresh milk, cream, and pure honey sourced from local beekeepers, capturing the unique flavours of the Flinders Ranges region.
Laura’s Golden North Honey Ice Cream
We tasted this golden, creamy delight at Laura Emporium—a great spot to sample Laura Golden North Ice cream’s 26 flavours, including the famous honey variety. The rich taste blends local honey with dairy, making it a regional icon. Honey-flavoured Giant Twins are creamy, dreamy, and perfect for summer cravings. Better still is a big serving of Honey Ice Cream in a waffle cone.
Experience and Flavour
Honey ice cream from Golden North balances sweet honey notes with smooth, full-cream texture. It’s the ultimate combination of local produce. Over the years, it has won awards and become a favourite for generations of South Australians.
Practical Tips
Visit Laura for the full Golden North Experience at Laura Emporium or Meryle’s Café—try a honey ice cream cone in the town where it all began. Golden North Icecream is also available in supermarkets across Australia, but Laura remains its spiritual home.
Photographic Tips
Capture Golden North’s sign and classic ice cream cone in afternoon sunlight. Snap shots of the honey ice cream tub near local landmarks or in the Emporium’s retro setting.
Things to Do Near Laura
- Tour Laura Museum and gallery.
- Explore hikes in the Southern Flinders Ranges.
- Visit local markets for more honey-inspired treats.
Accommodation
Laura Community Caravan Park offers a peaceful, welcoming atmosphere in the heart of South Australia’s Southern Flinders Ranges. We stayed among shady trees and flower beds on large, level powered and unpowered sites, just a short stroll to shops and Golden North ice cream.
The park is pet-friendly—dogs must stay leashed and are not allowed in cabins. Free scones, jam, and cream on arrival added a special touch.
Golden North Factory
Golden North Ice Cream operated its historic factory in Laura, South Australia, for over a century, producing beloved ice cream using fresh local ingredients and employing many locals. The Laura factory, open since 1923, was iconic in SA dairy.
Golden North will relocate its production from Laura to Murray Bridge, closing the Laura facility by June 2026. The new site will use advanced equipment, improving efficiency and supporting more jobs. Murray Bridge provides easier access to milk suppliers, and future plans may include cheese and dairy diversification..
Summary
Golden North honey ice cream delivers pure local flavour and creamy nostalgia with every bite. Golden North Ice Cream stands out as the true taste of South Australian summer.
