Historic Roots.
Hometown Flavors.
In 2022, Orr Valley Creamery was founded as a labor of love by Mike and Diane Jarrett. Inspired by their cherished retreats to Sarasota, Florida, the couple embarked on a mission to bring Sarasota-style frozen custard and their favorite ice cream flavors to their hometown of Orrville, Ohio.
The Sarasota Custard and premium hand-dipped ice cream are made in-house at Orr Valley with unique recipes and flavors. To honor the great local heritage, many of the ice cream flavors are named after historical places and people from the community. Orr Valley’s mascots, Peppy and Riggins (aka Scoop Dogs), were inspired by Mike and Diane’s family pets.
As Orr Valley continues to grow, we remain deeply committed to our community and dedicated to being a trusted symbol of quality and authenticity. Thank you for choosing Orr Valley Creamery, where “Scooping Happiness into Life” is a celebration of wholesome goodness and life’s simple pleasures.
Ice cream Names
Inspired by Local History
Dismal Swamp
Chocolate ice cream with thick fudge and chocolate chunks, inspired by Orrville’s 1800s “Dismal Swamp” - the once wild lowlands near Burton City Road filled with huckleberries, rattlesnakes, and wild potatoes, later cultivated for onions and sod.
Judge Orreo
Vanilla ice cream packed with Oreo pieces, named for Judge Smith Orr (1797–1865), who helped shape Orrville starting in 1812 and officially founded the town in 1852 through his work in land development, railroads, and civic leadership.
Powell Pecan
Maple ice cream with buttered pecan pieces, honoring Paul Powell, editor of the The Orrville Courier-Crescent from the 1930s–1960s who was widely respected for his leadership in the community and affectionately dubbed Orrville “The Promised Land”.
Character Cheesecake
Red raspberry ice cream with cheesecake bites, celebrating the Heartland Education Community Inc. and one of its legacy initiatives, Character Education.
Boxcar Buttercup
Chocolate ice cream swirled with smooth, velvety peanut butter, ties into Orrville’s railroad heritage - where boxcars and rail lines fueled the town’s growth and connection to the region.
Gailey Grind
Coffee ice cream with ribbons of smooth chocolate, honoring William Gailey, Orrville’s first mayor whose vision helped shape the city’s early growth.
Riggins’ Shuffle Truffle
Salted caramel ice cream with a caramel swirl and chocolate-covered caramels, named for one of our beloved mascots, Riggins, whose relaxed shuffle and gentle heart made him fast friends with Peppy.
Strawberry Lane
Classic strawberry ice cream with diced strawberries, paying homage to Orrville’s Strawberry Lane - a place where fruit spreads and sweet treats have been made since 1897.
Manhattan Mint
Creamy mint ice cream packed with chocolate chunks, inspired by Orrville’s historic Manhattan Restaurant, a well-known spot to stop for a hot meal along the railroad line.
Rowdy Sherbet
A vibrant blend of orange, raspberry red, and lime green — celebrates Orrville’s spirited community and the town’s iconic Rowdy Rider.
Birkbeck Berry Blast
Creamy black raspberry ice cream swirled with black raspberry purée, created in honor of Mike Birkbeck, Orrville native and former Major League Baseball pitcher for the Milwaukee Brewers and New York Mets from 1986-1995.
Batter Up!
Rich, buttery cake batter ice cream swirled with smooth chocolate, celebrating Orrville’s iconic Fire in the Sky 4th of July softball tournaments at Orr Park—where decades of big swings, fierce competition, and summer tradition make every scoop a home run.
Cookie Caboose
Orrville grew up around the railroad, where cabooses marked the end of a long, hardworking line—this scoop does the same, bringing Orr Valley vanilla together with Oreos, Chips Ahoy, brownie bites, and M&M’s in one loaded scoop.
Good Knight Blue Moon
Bright blue vanilla ice cream celebrating Orrville native Bob “General” Knight, whose legendary basketball coaching career included NCAA championships, decades of coaching excellence, and a lasting impact on the community.
Chair Throwin’ Cookie Monster
Bright blue vanilla ice cream loaded with cookie crumble and chocolate chip cookie dough bites—named for Coach Bob Knight’s legendary chair-throwing moment, this flavor brings big intensity, bold color, and zero restraint in every bite.
Larwill Lemon
Lemon ice cream with cheesecake bites and a swirl of graham cracker crumbs — a nod to the Larwill brothers who surveyed and helped shape Wooster in 1808, capturing a taste as timeless and refreshing as the city’s beginnings.
Punch Peach
Perfectly sweet peach ice cream honoring Bob “Punch” Maiwurm, a beloved Orrville businessman and tireless community servant. Known for quietly helping neighbors in need and bringing The Salvation Army to Orrville in 1939, Punch’s generosity and compassion left a lasting mark on the town.
Juli-Fe Mint
Peppermint ice cream packed with peppermint stick candy, inspired by Orrville’s Julius Fejes—the son of a Czech immigrants whose visionary entrepreneurial spirit founded Crown Steel, Flo-Tork and Juli-Fe Country Club (now known as the Pines Golf Club).
Peppy Pumpkin
Pumpkin ice cream swirled with graham crackers, inspired by Peppy—Mike & Diane’s little black puppy and Riggins’ best buddy. He was the pint-sized pack leader who stole everyone’s heart!
Mo Mocha Mint
Chocolate coffee ice cream blended with crunchy peppermint stick candy, honoring Morris “Mo” Tipton—Orrville’s legendary football coach (1965–1989) who led the Red Riders to league titles, state playoffs, and inspired generations of athletes.
Some flavors are seasonal or rotating.
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Some flavors are seasonal or rotating. 〰️
All freshly made in Orrville, OH!