Tiger Tail Ice Cream Recipe [Tiger Tiger] - Celebration Generation (2024)

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Tiger Tail Ice Cream (Tiger-Tiger Ice Cream) - a beloved ice cream flavour in Canada. With my recipe, you can make it yourself, wherever you are!

Originally published July 30, 2012. Updated on 4/29/2021

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"Favorite ice cream flavors" was recently the topic of discussion among a group of friends.

Once again, I had to lament the lack of "Tiger Tail" availability in the USA. It was my favorite flavor as a kid, and one of the uniquely Canadian food stuffs that I miss.

Tiger Tail - or “Tiger Tiger”, depending on what area you’re from - is an orange-flavored ice cream with a black licorice ribbon running throughout.

You might recognize the flavor from the Tiger Tail Cake recipe I created, inspired by it.

Well, not being one to just whine about what I can't have, I created a recipe for a homemade version.

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Homemade Tiger Tail Ice Cream

Much like the Honey Garlic Cooking Sauce Recipe I created for the same reason... this really hit the spot.

The appearance AND flavors were just right, and the licorice ribbon was just perfect.

As a kid, I used to eat the ice cream from around the thickest parts of ribbon, leaving the best for last... and this homemade version did NOT disappoint, on that front.

Truth be told, I kind of shocked myself!

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I know I can create recipes for pretty much anything, but I thought for sure that the sweet, sort of sticky, kind of crystalline texture of the ribbon would take some serious trial and error to perfect.

Nope!

Now, while I realize that this tiger tail ice cream recipe will be heartily welcomed by many of my Canadian readers, I also realize that it will sound weird - or outright disgusting - to most of my American readers.

If you don't have anything against black licorice, I encourage you to give it a try!

It may sound a little wacky to people who haven't been exposed to it, but seriously - even kids love this stuff back home.

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A Note on the Licorice Caramel

Due to the way caramel is made, this recipe makes a bit more of the licorice ribbon than you'll actually need.

Save some for a future batch, or heat it up slightly as an ice cream topping. It's good stuff!

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This recipe is one of many fantastic Canadian recipes in my cookbook, "More Than Poutine: Favourite Foods from my Home and Native Land”. "More than Poutine" is a Canadian cookbook like no other - written by a Canadian living away, it includes both traditional home cooking recipes, as well as accurate homemade versions of many of the snacks, sauces, convenience foods, and other food items that are hard to come by outside of Canada! Order your copy here on this site, through Amazon, or through any major bookseller!

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More Canadian Comfort Food!

Whether you’re a Canadian in the US or not, we could all use some comfort food these days. Here are some Canadian Favourites!

Back Bacon / Canadian Bacon
Beep
Canadian Popcorn Seasoning Recipes
Clodhoppers
Confetti Bars
Dill Pickle Dip
French Canadian Pea Soup
Homemade Deep N Delicious Cake
Homemade Doughnut Holes - Timbits!
Homemade Wunderbars
How to Make Peameal Bacon and Back Bacon
Maple Butter Tarts
Montreal Bagels
Persians Recipe
Poutine, My Way!
Puffed Wheat Squares
Replica Swiss Chalet Sauce

Looking for even more Canadian recipes? Check out our full Canadian Recipes list!

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Before you chow down, be sure to take some pics of your handiwork! If you Instagram it, be sure to tag me - @CelebrationGenerationCA - or post it to My Facebook Page - so I can cheer you on!

Also, be sure to subscribe to my free monthly email newsletter, so you never miss out on any of my nonsense.

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Tiger Tail Ice Cream Recipe (AKA Tiger-Tiger Ice Cream Recipe)

As weird as it may sound to some, this is a beloved ice cream flavour in Canada... and has been for decades! You can make it at home, wherever you are!

Prep Time30 minutes mins

Cook Time10 minutes mins

8 hours hrs

Total Time8 hours hrs 40 minutes mins

Course: Appetizer, Dessert

Cuisine: Canadian

Servings: 8 Servings

Calories: 406kcal

Author: Marie Porter

Equipment

  • Ice Cream Maker

Ingredients

Orange Ice Cream

  • 8 Large Egg Yolks
  • 1 Cup Granulated Sugar
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • 2 Cups Milk
  • 2 Cups Heavy Cream
  • 2-3 teaspoon Blood Orange Extract
  • Orange Food Colouring

Licorice Ribbon

  • Cup Water
  • 1 Cup Granulated Sugar
  • ½ Cup Butter
  • ½ Cup Milk
  • 3 teaspoon Anise Extract
  • Black Food Colouring

Instructions

Orange Ice Cream Base

  • In a large pot, beat egg yolks together with sugar and salt until fluffy. When thoroughly combined, add a little of the milk at a time, whisking until fully incorporated and smooth – you don’t want any unblended chunks of egg mixture. Add remaining milk and heavy cream, whisk until well combined.

  • Heat just to the boiling point, whisking constantly. Once mixture begins to boil, remove from heat. Add orange extract, stir to combine. Color to desired tint with food coloring, and allow to cool.

Licorice Ribbon Sauce

  • Combine water and sugar in a medium sized pot. Bring to a boil, allow to simmer just until it starts to take on a golden color.

  • Remove from heat, add butter carefully – it will steam and may boil up. Stir until completely melted and well combined. Add milk and anise extract, stir to combine. Tint to deep black with food coloring, allow to cool.

To Make The Ice Cream

  • Once both the ice cream mixture and the ribbon mixture are cooled to room temperature, move them to the fridge to chill overnight.

  • Prepare orange ice cream according to your ice cream maker’s instructions. Once ice cream is finished processing, it’s time to create the striping effect:

  • Place a few scoops of ice cream randomly in whatever container you’ll be storing it in. Drizzle a scoop of licorice ribbon mixture over it, alloing it to pool in a few areas.

    Add a few more scoops of ice cream, pressing down lightly in a few areas to remove air pockets. Drizzle some more licorice ribbon, add more ice cream, etc.

    Continue to use up the rest of the ice cream – you’ll likely have some licorice ribbon left over.

  • Cover and freeze your ice cream container for at least a few hours, to firm up.

  • Store any leftover licorice ribbon in the fridge – pour it over ice cream, or save it or your next batch.

Nutrition

Calories: 406kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 284mg | Sodium: 210mg | Potassium: 165mg | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 1258IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 148mg | Iron: 1mg

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FAQs

What are the ingredients in tiger tail ice cream? ›

Sugars (sugar, glucose), Fresh cream, Modified milk ingredients, Licorice ripple (sugars [sugar, glucose, fructose, blackstrap molasses], water, modified corn starch, palm oil, soy oil, salt, natural flavour, potassium sorbate, carbon black), Mono and diglycerides, Carob bean gum, Cellulose gum, Guar gum, Carrageenan, ...

What is the flavor of tiger Tiger ice cream? ›

Tiger tail ice cream, also called tiger tiger or tiger flavor, is a Canadian orange-flavoured ice cream with black liquorice swirl. It is named for its resemblance to orange and black tiger stripes. Tiger tail is most popular in parts of Canada and not often found elsewhere.

What does tiger tail ice cream taste like? ›

Tiger tail ice cream features an orange ice cream based swirled with black licorice, creating its unmistakable orange-and-black colour and its signature citrus flavour tinged with warmly spicy anise.

Who invented tiger Tiger ice cream? ›

A woman named Morgan Carr is sometimes credited with having invented tiger tail ice cream in the '50s, but its exact origins are shrouded in mystery. This means that there isn't just one original formula that we could look to for inspiration.

How to make tiger tail? ›

Create the tail:
  1. Cut a tail from orange and black felt.
  2. Twist 3 pipe cleaners together and glue it sandwiched between the tail pieces to make the tail bendable.
  3. Glue black felt stripes to the tail to safety pin it to the back of the pants.

What is tiger cream made of? ›

Most forms of Tiger Balm contain camphor and menthol. Tiger Balm products may also contain other ingredients like cajuput oil, clove oil, and others. Camphor works by increasing blood flow to the surface of the skin and creating a warming sensation.

What two flavors are Tigers blood? ›

Despite what you may think, no tigers were harmed to produce this syrup! Tiger's blood is a delicious combination of sweet watermelon, strawberry flavoring and a hint of coconut. Tiger's blood shaved ice is often served at concession stands and ice cream trucks all across the world.

What is Tiger's Blood ice cream? ›

Tiger's Blood Z ice Cream - it's a delightful fruity. combination of Strawberry, Watermelon & a hint of. Coconut. Try a sample spoon - you're gonna love it!

What are tiger tails? ›

What is a Tiger Tail? Tiger tails are split synthetic tubes installed over powerlines to protect workers such as roof tilers, plumbers, builders etc from any accidental contact with live powerlines and provide a visual indication of overhead powerlines.

What is China's favorite ice cream? ›

According to research, chocolate, fruit, and vanilla are the most popular ice cream flavors in China. This frozen dessert has become increasingly popular since the pandemic.

Does Baskin Robbins have tiger tail ice cream? ›

Ice Cream > Seasonal

As the seasons change so do our delicious flavour varieties. Whether you in the mood for a sweet Love Potion treat on Valentine's Day or a Tiger Tail ice cream treat filled with bursts of citrus for the summer, we have flavours fit for any occasion throughout the year.

Can dogs eat tiger tail ice cream? ›

It's best to avoid giving your dog ice cream. While it's not toxic or seriously harmful, dogs actually have a hard time digesting dairy as, after they're weaned as puppies, they lose the enzyme needed to digest the lactose in milk.

What is the flavor of tiger tiger? ›

Tiger Tail - or “Tiger Tiger”, depending on what area you're from - is an orange-flavored ice cream with a black licorice ribbon running throughout.

What is tiger Boba ice cream? ›

For those of you who don't know what they are, these are ice cream bars/popsicles made with milk, brown sugar syrup, and chewy, soft boba.

What is in blue moon ice cream? ›

Ingredients. Milk, cream, sugar, corn syrup, skim milk, whey, natural and artificial flavor, mono and diglycerides, blue 1, cellulose gum, guar gum, annatto (color).

What is animal free ice cream made of? ›

These ice cream options tend to be made with coconut cream, coconut milk, almond milk, soy milk, or oat milk. Because they don't contain products from animals, they are lactose-free and considered vegan.

What are the ingredients of ice cream? ›

Ice cream is a frozen dessert typically made from milk or cream that has been flavoured with a sweetener, either sugar or an alternative, and a spice, such as cocoa or vanilla, or with fruit, such as strawberries or peaches. Food colouring is sometimes added in addition to stabilizers.

What did the Chinese use to make ice cream? ›

An ice-cream-like food was first eaten in China in 618-97AD. King Tang of Shang, had 94 ice men who helped to make a dish of buffalo milk, flour and camphor. A kind of ice-cream was invented in China about 200 BC when a milk and rice mixture was frozen by packing it into snow.

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