Mango Ice Cream Craze Sweeps Bahrain: Locals Can't Get Enough of the Viral Frozen Treat

Zahra Auaz 

TDT | Manama

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A new viral sensation has taken the Kingdom of Bahrain by storm, and it's all about a unique and delectable mango ice cream.

The "cute," "fuzzy," and "mango-y" frozen dessert, known as Propitious Mango Ice Cream, has been flooding TikTok with enthusiastic reviews and videos from content creators across the country. 

What started as a niche product has now become a must-have item, with supermarkets scrambling to keep up with the overwhelming demand.

"It's so tasty, and I couldn't resist but to keep a stock in my shop!" exclaimed @h_shabib, a local TikTok user. "The taste is so good, and people of all ages are eating it."

The ice cream, which hails from China, features a white chocolate coating that is meticulously colored to resemble the vibrant hues of a perfect mango. The ice cream itself is molded to mimic the shape of the fruit, creating a visually stunning and appetizing treat.

"The ice cream deserves all the hype," said @walasanad in her video. "The taste is creamy, and it actually smells the same as the fruit."

With three popular flavors – mango, peach, and lemon – the Propitious Mango Ice Cream has become a must-have in Bahrain, with people posting their "months-long quest" to find the elusive product across the kingdom.

"I finally tried it, and it was worth it to eat in this hot weather," said @lilymohd in her TikTok video.

The high demand has led to the ice cream being stocked in almost all major supermarkets, including Ramez, Lulu, and Mega Mart. However, the price point of 1 BD per ice cream has not deterred Bahrainis from indulging in this viral sensation.

As the summer heat continues to linger, it seems that the Propitious Mango Ice Cream is the perfect cool treat to beat the warmth and satisfy the cravings of Bahraini locals.