Welcome to this month’s Blogorail Teal loop. Today we are sharing the best frozen treats you can find at Disney.
When I visit Disney, I usually want a frozen treat at some point no matter what the time of year. And while you’ll find a lot of people who rave about the Dole Whip, I’m here to tell you about a different treat. Also located in Adventureland, it’s called the Citrus Swirl – and in my opinion it is even better than a dole whip.
The Citrus Swirl is found at Sunshine Tree Terrance in Adventureland. It was a favorite back when the park opened but disappeared for almost 25 years. Then, in 2012, the citrus swirl made its grand reappearance. And it’s the best thing that happened to me in terms of Disney snacks.
Basically, it’s a pretty straight forward treat. There’s creamy, soft serve vanilla swirled with icy, tart orange. I absolutely love the combination of sweet and tart and for me that’s what makes it better than a dole whip. It’s not just one-note all the way through. If you like creamsicles you’ll probably like this.
Plus, the citrus swirl even has its own mascot! The orange bird represents Sunshine Tree Terrace and he’s quickly become one of my favorite Disney “characters.” I’m thrilled to see so much new merchandise with him on it and try to get almost everything I can. I may have a problem when it comes to orange bird stuff. Is it too much to wear my orange bird t-shirt, ears, and magic band all at the same time?
It’s also different than ice cream treats you might be able to find outside of Disney parks. I never found anything like it anywhere else. I make a point to get at least one citrus swirl every time I’m in Disney World (sometimes more than one…) Do you think I’m crazy yet for my love affair with the citrus swirl? I make a point of photographing it every time I get one. Here you can see the evidence of my obsession:
Did you try the Citrus Swirl from Sunshine Tree Terrace? What do you think of it?
Here is the map of Magical Blogorail Teal | Best Frozen Treats at Disney Loop:
- 1st Stop – Disney in Your Day | Citrus Swirl at Sunshine Tree Terrace
- 2nd Stop – Disney Mamas | Dreaming of Dole Whip ~ Recipes and History
- 3rd Stop – Home is Where the Mouse Is | Chocolate Covered Frozen Bananas
- 4th Stop – My Dreams of Disney | Frozen Fruit Snacks
- 5th Stop – Disney Nouns | Mickey Bars
If it’s a Disney obsession, it’s always OK! And I love the Orange Bird and have many collectibles of him, both vintage and modern. Nice first post!
That’s so cool! I didn’t get into the orange bird until recently but I’m sure the vintage stuff is really awesome.
Ahhhhh I’ve totally had one of these at Disney!!!!! Thanks for sharing I’m going to pin this for sure!
Awesome, it’s my favorite!
I happen to like the citrus swirl better than the Dole Whip (I know the horror). My kids recently became obsessed with Orange Bird so I think we’ll be visiting Sunshine Terrace a lot more often in the future.
I like it better too – I know we’re probably in the minority but that’s okay – and the dole whip doesn’t have an adorable mascot like the orange bird!
I like a frozen treat too. It’s got to be done hasn’t it?
Yes, especially in that Florida heat!
Considering I still haven’t eaten a dole whip (haha) I might need to try this first!
I would recommend it!
So I will admit that I have never had Dole Whip before but I know everyone raves about it. This frozen treat though looks absolutely amazing! I love a good combination of sweet and tart as well!
Yes, I think that’s why I prefer this over dole whip – the twist makes it more interesting and not as “one note” as a dole whip.
I’ve never heard of this, next time I make a trip to Disney this is on my list!
xoxo, SS
Southern And Style
I hope you get the chance to try it, it’s really good!
Sorry, friend Becky, but I’ve never been in either camp — the Citrus Swirl or the Dole Whip camps! However, since we have become great Blogorail buddies, I promise the next time I’m at WDW I’ll try one and share a photo for you. I guess I just don’t know what I’m missing, right? Thanks for writing and joining in the fun, and thanks for a great first post!
I am like you Mike. I don’t really have a camp but if I was going to chose on a hot day the citrus swirl would probably win.
I’d definitely love to see a pic of the citrus swirl next time you’re there so I can live vicariously through you 😉
Oh yum this swirl sounds soo good!!!
XO Amanda | http://www.glitterandspice.com
It really is delicious!
I really like the Citrus Swirl, but you can’t beat the Dole Whip! Great post as always, Becky!
Thanks James! I enjoy the dole whip as well sometimes, but citrus swirl will always be my real love!
You know, I’m not sure I’ve ever had a citrus swirl (I’m not a fan of orange) but I’ve always thought the Orange Bird was a cutie!
Yeah, if you’re not a fan of orange the citrus swirl is probably not for you, but you can still love that orange bird! 😉
I love that adorable little Orangebird.
Me too, he’s my absolute favorite!
I love that cute little Orange Bird! (The citrus swirl is pretty good too!)
The orange bird is so cute – I just bought the dress they sell at Disney with him on it!