Issue 6-Final

4 OPINION | May/JUNE 2020
THE GREAT DEBATE:
ICE CREAM OR
Design and graphics by Anna Wang ‘22
Photography by Jessica Lamontagne ‘22
WATER Ice?
Lauren and Eesha face off once again discussing whether ice cream
or water ice is the superior frozen summer treat.
By LAUREN HALAK ‘23 and EESHA SHARMA ‘23
With summer’s heat
just around the corner,
you may find
yourself struggling to decide
between Rita’s or Cold Stone.
As we discussed summer
plans, Eesha said, “I could
go for some ice cream right
now,” to which Lauren responded,
“I hope you meant Rita’s!”
Once again, we find ourselves
at odds on another
food-related topic. Which is
better: ice cream or water ice?
When I heard Lauren’s
statement, my immediate thought
was, “Why would anyone prefer
water ice over ice cream?”
Now, I’m not saying that
water ice isn’t delicious, but I
would choose ice cream over
water ice any day of the week.
Objectively speaking, of course,
ice cream is the better dessert.
First of all, ice cream has
significantly more variety than
water ice. According to The Daily
Meal, Ben and Jerry’s carries
54 different flavors of ice cream,
while Philadelphia Water Ice only
carries 40. Moreover, ice cream
can appeal to a broader audience
because of its variety of flavors.
Additionally, ice cream can
be customized; you can add toppings
and mix-ins. Once again, ice
cream can reach a bigger audience
with toppings such as chocolate
chips, Oreos, whipped cream, and
fruit. When it comes to ice cream
orders, there are countless combinations
of flavors, toppings, and
add-ins, unlike water ice which
lacks any additional toppings.
Lastly, the experience of
eating ice cream is significantly
more enjoyable than eating
water ice. Ice cream is creamier,
resulting in a more satisfying
scoop, and has a better texture.
Ice cream also melts more slowly,
meaning that consumers can
enjoy themselves and take their
time while eating it, unlike feeling
rushed to inhale water ice.
FRUITY, AFFORDABLE
LOWER
QUENCHING
-INcalories
THIRST-
EESHA VS.
LAUREN
countless
COMBINATIONS
RICH, CREAMY
FLAVORS,
TOPPINGS,
&
ADD-INS!
Any rational person would
prefer water ice over ice cream,
particularly in the summer. Of
course, ice cream is a delicious
dessert, but in the end, water
ice outshines ice cream any day.
Water ice is one of the most
refreshing and delectable treats
to enjoy on a hot summer day;
its fruity flavors are the perfect
way to cool off with a light snack
that is not overly creamy like ice
cream. The cold, thirst-quenching
nature of water ice is heaven to the
tongue and is perfect for summer.
When you think of summer,
doesn’t Rita’s come to
mind? Rita’s Italian Ice is the
epitome of summer fun, as it’s
an available and classic summer
location at home in Philly or
down at Ocean City, New Jersey.
Not only is water ice a perfect
and refreshing food, but its
affordability and nutritional values
are also pluses. While a small
scoop of ice cream at Cold Stone
is five dollars, a large at Rita’s
is only about two dollars! Why
choose a more expensive, less
refreshing option like ice cream?
By going for water ice, you
not only save money, but you
save calories. A large serving
of Mango Italian Ice at Rita’s
is 440 calories, whereas a large
serving of Mango Ice Cream
at Cold Stone Creamery is 780
calories. It’s a perfect fit! While
water ice is just as refreshing
and delicious as ice cream (if
not more), it’s also more bang
for your buck and better for you!