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Not all ice cream is made the same way. What makes handcrafted ice cream different, the New England flavors worth trying, and where to find homemade scoops on Main Street in Niantic, on the Connecticut shoreline.

Beyond vanilla and chocolate there is a whole board worth exploring. What separates a flavor made in-store from one that arrives pre-packed, how to pick the right scoop, and where to find homemade ice cream on Main Street in Niantic, Connecticut.

The summer crowd thins out after Labor Day and the Connecticut shoreline gets better. A walk on the Niantic Bay Boardwalk, an afternoon at Rocky Neck State Park, and pumpkin, pumpkin Oreo and caramel apple ice cream made in-store on Main Street.

Our fudge is made in-store on Main Street in Niantic, a few steps from the Niantic Bay Boardwalk. Here is the full flavor board, with nuts and without, and how to build a box that makes it home.

Step into a nostalgic seaside candy shop in Niantic, Connecticut. Gumdrops & Lollipops brings together old-fashioned candy, homemade ice cream, handcrafted treats, and vintage charm just steps from the Niantic Bay Boardwalk.

Assortment of homemade fudge flavors at Gumdrops & Lollipops in Niantic, Connecticut.

Descubre las tiendas de dulces más encantadoras de Niantic, Connecticut, con fudge casero, helado y golosinas de toda la vida.

Wondering if you can order Gumdrops & Lollipops treats online? Here's the real scoop on shopping in-store, our 35+ ice cream flavors, nostalgic candy, fudge, gift cards, and how to reach us on Main Street in Niantic, CT.

Discover the best things to do in Niantic, CT this summer! From the scenic Niantic Bay Boardwalk and Hole in the Wall Beach to the iconic Gumdrops n Lollipops candy and ice cream shop on Main Street — your ultimate 2026 local guide to this charming Connecticut shoreline village.

Step into the sweet nostalgia of America's vintage seaside candy shops — from glass jars and retro decor to ocean breezes — and discover why Gumdrops n Lollipop in Niantic, CT is a must-visit gem for candy lovers of all ages.

Discover the timeless charm of gourmet gumdrops and lollipops in Niantic, Connecticut. Handcrafted with premium ingredients and locally sourced flavors, our candies make the perfect nostalgic gift for any occasion