Can’t decide on just one flavor? Kaohsiung’s IG-famous “no-menu” ice cream has them all.

▲ Corner Cone酷矿 American-style Handmade Ice Cream introduces different limited flavors every day. (Photo/IG user.ninaballballPlease do not repost without permission to avoid copyright infringement.)

By HowToTrip Travel Center / Compiled Report

It’s that time of year again when ice cream cravings go into overdrive. If you’re the type to scroll through IG for food inspiration, you’ve probably seen those photogenic shots of white floral walls paired with scoops of ice cream. This summer, Corner Cone酷矿 American-style Handmade Ice Cream in Kaohsiung quickly became a hotspot the moment it opened. Its no-menu, daily-changing limited-edition flavors are the biggest draw, making people line up every day just to try something new.

▲ The sea of flowers against the white wall makes for a perfect photo op. (Photo/from theCornerCone酷矿 American-style Handmade Ice Creamofficial Facebook page.)

▲ Handcrafted waffle cones baked fresh in-store. (Photo/from theCornerCone酷矿 American-style Handmade Ice Creamofficial Facebook page.)

▲ Limited edition flavor “Carousel.” (Photo/from theCornerCone酷矿 American-style Handmade Ice Creamofficial Facebook page.)

The shop offers 2–3 different limited flavors each day, with over 50 varieties developed so far. Take “Carousel,” for example—it’s based on freshly squeezed Taiwanese peaches and passion fruit, resulting in a creamy, fruit-forward milk ice cream with a colorful twist. Even the waffle cone is Tiffany blue, creating a dreamy combo that’s super kawaii. When it comes to fruit flavors, the previously released “Jade Watermelon” was also hugely popular. It combines fresh red watermelon juice with milk in perfect harmony, then tops it off with an adorable watermelon rind cone—absolutely eye-catching.

▲ Brown sugar oolong green tea flavor (left), “Party Animal” with Calpis and orange (right). (Photo/IG user.eat.lindanna.eatPlease do not repost without permission to avoid copyright infringement.)

Dreamy ice cream photos like Carousel, Caramel Pudding Milk, Jade Watermelon, and Earl Grey Latte have been flooding IG. At NT$80 per scoop, it’s not exactly cheap—but every ice cream is made entirely by hand, from prep to production, taking two hours of preparation daily. Even the waffle cones are handmade and sold on a first-come, first-served basis. The owner’s creative flair brings out eye-catching flavors that are not only Instagrammable but also bring a sense of joy with every bite.

▲ Earl Grey Latte flavor ice cream—natural ice cream melts easily, so it’s best to eat it right after taking your photo. (Photo/IG user._wjl95Please do not repost without permission to avoid copyright infringement.)

CornerCone酷矿 American-style Handmade Ice Cream
Address: No. 15, Shangyi Street, Kaohsiung City (next to McDonald’s near the Kaohsiung Cultural Center)
Business Hours: 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM *Closed every Tuesday
Price: NT$80 per scoop *Latest daily limited flavors announced on the official Facebook page.