I love the premise of Sweet Alchemy-- the flavors rotate whenever they finish the barrel which means it's a delightful surprise as to what the selection is on a daily basis. This location is a short walk from the University District stop on the Link which makes it super convenient, they had their doors open and the interior was clean and aesthetically pleasing. Definitely make sure to ask for samples since they do have many unique concoctions that you probably haven't seen in other places. The strawberry matcha taco really surprised me, I didn't eat it as soon as I ordered it and actually put it in the freezer for a couple of days. I love the richness of the matcha flavor, it wasn't powdery, or taste too bitter, or too mild. I definitely could taste the lightly bitter taste of the matcha which paired so nicely with the strawberry jam. The sprinkles on top also weren't too sweet like the sprinkles you'd imagine from grocery store cupcakes. Service was quick and friendly and I can't wait to come back and try out their other menu items. Their Thai tea flavor that I had in the Capitol Hill location was amazing as well! read more

I don't like ice cream, but I like this ice cream. That should say a lot! The shop itself is small, but the interior of this is really nice and quaint. The service was really great as the worker patiently let us try samples and pick our choices. I proceeded with sweet cream. Think elevated vanilla. I was looking to share it with my friend (not an ice cream lover), but it was delicious! I regret not getting my own! read more

Sweet Alchemy Ice Creamery - Sweet Cream Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The highlight for me was their mini cup of half-and-half, allowing you to choose two flavors in one cup, which I really enjoyed. I went with dark chocolate and coffee brew. Overall, it was just okay nothing spectacular. It reminded me more of grocery store ice cream, but that might just be my impression. The service was meh. Since we were a large group, the staff seemed a bit overwhelmed and slightly irritated, likely because it took us a while to decide. read more

It's always such a delight to get a sweet treat from sweet alchemy. They have some of my staple favorites like London fog and capitol coffee but I tried banana Nutella crunch and vegan lemon pie today and both were incredible. It's a small storefront but perfect location on the Ave. the pico size is a great treat size but it is quite a small scoop for the price. The next size up is usually a better deal. read more

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For the last place I took my bestie to before he had to leave Seattle and drive across the state, we came here on a Thursday night around 7:30pm to have some more dessert after already having milk tea. Yup, you're gonna get full when you're with me! Anyway, there was a line out the door for their ice cream, in which they offer many kinds of flavors of ice cream, some which tempted the two of us. No table seating inside, just a bench or two deeper near the back if you wanted to enjoy your ice cream inside. We tried several kinds when we got to the front, and eventually settled for one scoop of sakura ice cream and another of toasted black sesame. Both ice cream scoops had a smooth consistency to them and were strongly flavored. Sakura had a strong strawberry base, and black sesame already had a strong aroma before the scoop got to my hand at the register. Ice cream surprisingly did not melt too fast despite the day being quite warm so that's a plus. We ate at the wooden tables not too far from the U District light rail station. Great ice cream and an ample number of flavors to try. I'd come back to try more of their rotating flavors! read more

Sweet Alchemy Ice Creamery - Sakura ice cream (left), toasted black sesame ice cream (right) - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Nice ice cream place in the Avenue near University of Washington. It is also close to the train station. It great to get a scoop before boarding the train. The store is about 4.5 stars. I like the choice of the flavors. The flavor s include vegan, Persian rose, London fog, banana Nutella, and more. I like the London fog. This is the one to have. Price is reasonable average. Space probably has 8 people to sit location on the bench. read more

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It was a sunnier and warmer day than expected on my visit to Seattle and as I walked by this shop, I thought "Yes, I could use some ice cream." Staff was welcoming and gave us some samples of flavors. Also got an espresso for a pick me up. Good flavors! read more

Sweet Alchemy Ice Creamery - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Flavorful and unique ice cream flavors! My favorite was the banana Nutella! Loved the small cup option. Friendly staff. read more

Sweet Alchemy Ice Creamery - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I went to Sweet Alchemy on a Sunday evening. I walked over to the store so I didn't have to worry about parking. There was a short line when we arrived, but the wait wasn't too long. The employees were very friendly & kindly let us try samples of the various options. I appreciate the unique & delicious flavors offered! After a difficult decision, I opted for a small cup of the darkside & the banana nutella crunch. This is my second visit to Sweet Alchemy & I was glad to see that their ice cream was as scrumptious as ever. I look forward to my next visit! read more

Sweet Alchemy Ice Creamery - darkside + banana nutella crunch - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Definitely pricey and a splurge but is it worth it? Heck yeah! I love ice cream and gelato and I've even had Tillamook ice cream at the creamery in Oregon many times and this ice cream at sweet alchemy is some good ice cream. They do give samples if you have a hard time making up your mind like me lol which is very appreciated. They also allow half scoops! I ordered one scoop in a waffle cone and chose half scoop dark side(yummy chocolate) and half scoop Persian rose. So tasty. Dark side is everything I want in a chocolate ice cream, thick, dark chocolate, and oh so good. Persian rose is light in flavor but so tasty with hints of obvious rose and pistachio. Honestly dark side and Persian rose were the perfect combo. ....Yes, as you can see in my photo I am the person who bites into their ice cream lol mind ya business and don't judge...just a girl enjoying her ice cream :) I've walked by sweet alchemy so many times and it always has a line out the door, so I am sooo happy to have given it a try finally. Small interior so it's easier to sit out front at the nearby outdoor benches. Since it's pricey I won't visit often but it's definitely a place I could see myself stopping by on a hot summer day. I would recommend the dark side and Persian rose! So yummy! read more

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One of the best ambiance ice cream shops I've been to! The place is well decorated and organized. I really liked the theme of the shop. There's not much seating here unfortunately The ice cream was good! I had their limited edition Makgeoli and it was sooo good. Sweet, tasty, and refreshing on a warm day. I had mine with brownies and chocolate syrup with it was it was pretty enjoyable. Service was great. Employees are very nice and helpful and they prepare the ice cream quickly. The pricing here is more on the expensive side though. That's the biggest con for me. read more

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We were looking for a sweet treat nearby and stumbled on this place at the street corner. The inside is pretty small but has so many cute decorations and some unique flavors. Strawberry - I wanted something fruity and this tasted very fresh and was so creamy. The strawberry flavor came through and I enjoyed it despite the steeper price. We heard the staff explaining that they get their milk from a local farm and we wondered if that was what made a difference in the ice cream texture as well. I would come back to try some of their other flavors. read more

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I love the little shop by the light rail station. The scoops are a perfect size and the flavors really are well balanced. They have some unique flavors and encourage the reader to try them out. There's something about a shop like this that makes me want to go there in the fall and winter. It's really cozy and service is always great. read more

Ice cream craving but non dairy options! I finished while walking the area and it's delish! Homemade from my understanding. Cute little shop. Service was great. read more

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It's a small corner shop. Love this place! My favorite is the rose pistachio which is similar to Indian Kulfi. I paired it with the Lavendar and was yum. The Sakura was good too. read more

Visited this adorable ice cream shop today, they had delicious unique flavors! Quick and friendly service with no wait :) They also have teas and coffees and cupcakes. I loved how you could get multiple flavors in their smallest sized cup. read more

Sweet Alchemy Ice Creamery - Banana Nutella Crunch Ice Cream Vegan Monkey Berry Bash - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We had sweet alchemy with a friend and my god, life changing icecream, it's small batch with fun flavors and had the right icy milk creaminess that I enjoy. We loved it! Tiniest water cups though. read more

Stopped by after a comedy show at laughs. Loved the London fog, but got a scoop of the lemon instead in a waffle cone. Line moved quickly, and they had a good variety of flavors including vegan. The cookie explosion was also excellent. Staff was friendly and willing to let us sample a few before committing to our choices! Small spot, no indoor seating. Cute decor! read more

Great tasting ice cream! Charming little corner cafe in the u-district with staple and seasonal flavors, and they have bakery items as well. Very nice employees at the front with welcoming demeanors and good recommendations. Definitely stop by if you are in the neighborhood and looking for a nice treat. read more

Sweet Alchemy Ice Creamery - Darkside Ice Cream, Coffee Ice Cream, UW Honey, London Fog Ice Cream, Banana Nutella Crunch Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Love their ice cream! My husband and I went first tried their location in Cap Hill and saw this one! This location is great because you can sample one flavor. Service was friendly and patient while we made our choices. The inside is also a lot bigger and they have more options and things to choose from. We had the sweet cream and the Makgeolli flavor both very yummy! read more

Sweet Alchemy Ice Creamery - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

In a word - Yummers! I have not come across such a wide variety of unusual flavors. But first the ambience. Charming, clean, with attention to detail. The staff are friendly and provide thorough information regarding flavor profiles. They do not offer samples, but will put several scoops into one cup. I tried black sesame (wow - so different!), Persian rose (a delicate perfume), and Sakura which was a tribute to the cherry blossom festival. The line moves quickly (even foe those of us WIP are indecisive) and pricing is fair. I'll be back! read more

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Avoid getting the matcha latte, taste too milky. Their ice cream is usually alright but the coffee ice cream can be stronger. read more

Sweet Alchemy Ice Creamery - Matcha Latte - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Visiting family in SEA and the kids of the group had a craving for Ice Cream. This spot was one stop away on the subway from where we were staying. It's located in the University District. I'm assuming because it's close to the University of Washington???... This area has A TON of small, diversified dining options. Whatever you're craving, a walk up or down these multiple blocks and you're sure to find something that satisfies your cravings. Sweet or Savory. I was full from eating beforehand. I just went along for the walk. Upon arrival however, I couldn't help ordering a cookie sandwich after seeing my niece's lol! They also had such fun flavors, I had to get something. I opted for Aztec Chocolate & Makgeolli. I thought the scoops were small at first, but it was just the right amount for the cookie sandwich and took my capacity of being full from dinner to feeling overstuffed. I almost could not finish it. Such a cute spot. Wish I could have tried more flavors! read more

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Located on University Ave, this ice cream shop offers small batch vegan and regular ice cream flavors. I ordered the vegan lemon pie and persian rose a waffle cup. I also ordered a shortbread cookie on the side. It came out to $16.99 with a 15 percent tip. Pros: -ice cream (vegan and non vegan) were both delicious Cons: -no indoor seating- take out only. There were some benches outside of their door. -they said they accepted cash but do not accept $100 bills read more

Sweet Alchemy Ice Creamery - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Bought the sweet cream and the toasted sesame. Both were delicious, but the "base" ice cream is a big either icy/chalky from the way it's made or the way the nonfat milk powder is incorporated. It's an intriguing texture (think large emulsification with bigger balls of ice and fat rather than a completely homogenous texture). I bought it from La Pasta, straight from the freezer, so I don't think it had melted prior or been mishandled. Molly Moon's sweet cream has milk powder, but isn't gritty like this, but maybe it's because of the gum and emulsifiers they add? read more

Charming and cute ice cream shop in the university district. The staff was very friendly and talked a bit about their shop and their ice creams. They have really interesting and unique flavors. It's my first time here and I chose the Persian rose flavor, it was simply divine . It reminded me of the ice creams I used to get in India (kulfi). I will come back and I am excited to try the other flavors. There is only street parking around this area. read more

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We can't thank Sweet Alchemy enough for being such a special part of our wedding day! Lois was wonderful to work with and even customized the ice cream packs so they fit perfectly into our cart. We served three flavors to each guest in a reception line style, and everyone raved about the dessert--it was such a fun and personal touch. If you're looking for ice cream catering in the Seattle area, we can't recommend them highly enough. read more

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I love sweet alchemy. LOVE. They have so many extra flavors that are available as pints that are must haves. I think my favorite is probably the fig honey crumble, I love that many of their flavors have hints of tea & herbs. We tend to get pints everytime! They also recycle back their pint glasses for $1 off if you bring it back. Pretty easy to complete a stamp card (one stamp per $5 purchase, and ten stamps gets you $5 off!) when you order by the pint. Would recommend ordering online if you can. read more

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The ice cream is spectacular here. Super cold, sweet and packed to the punches with flavor. No regrets! Go get it when U see their open sign. read more

i genuinely am not a huge fan of ice cream, but this spot was SO good! for starters, you can add as many flavors as you want into any size cup of your choice, i went with thai iced tea, banana nutella crunch, and sweet cream. thoroughly enjoyed the unique flavors and variety here, and the ice cream had a great texture and taste! staff was super friendly and helpful, and while i wish there was seating inside, the ambiance is really cool (check out my photos) ice cream was definitely what i'd consider expensive for the sizes, but if you're looking for a sweet treat, or even sharing one perhaps -- i can see it having decent value. it is also a quintessential seattle spot to try with tons of unique flavors, so id factor that into the price as well. but overall, massive points for having unique flavors that taste good, being not overly sweet or overpowering, having great texture, and making this frozen custard / froyo lover thoroughly enjoy his ice cream :) would recommend! definitely a spot to come and try. overall: 9/10 taste: 10/10 price: 8/10 rounding to 5 stars cause they deserve it :) read more

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One of Seattle's top ice cream spots with a chill vibe. They've got a huge variety of unique flavors and tons of options to hit the spot for any craving. As an ice cream lover, I love that you can mix multiple flavors in any cup size. The staff was friendly and informative about the different flavors. read more

Sweet Alchemy Ice Creamery - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Delicious! My fav ice cream place around this area. They're very expensive though :/ like I under stand that homemade ice cream is spendy but it's usually a treat when I go because of cost. The people are generally really nice. They space is very small inside so there's usually a line out the door (not very nice on rainy days) but WORTH IT read more

I'm astonished at how good the reviews are for this shop. We found the ice cream as much icy as creamy (not a good thing) and the flavors very pale. Not better than supermarket varieties. Very disappointing, and quite expensive. read more

I can't remember what flavors I ordered but the ice cream was very smooth! I really liked the texture of it and the unique flavors! There's not a lot of room in the store, but it's a super cute place. Definitely recommend this place if you're in Seattle! read more

Sweet Alchemy Ice Creamery - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We got two ice cream sandwiches and it was the ratio of cookie to ice cream that I'd change a bit. Adding a bit more ice cream and less thickness to the cookie would make it more of an ice cream sandwich. The workers were very nice and it's a cute spring atmosphere inside. Unfortunately they don't give samples- another reason it's 4 stars not 5...bc I would rather commit to a flavor that I know will be tasty. Everything is compostable there and they have divided areas to toss everything which is great. As for the ice cream sandwiches- one mint chip with chocolate chunk cookies and one sweet cream with monster cookies. The thickness of the chocolate chunk cookie smooshed the ice cream so it was oozing out all sides but the monster cookie didn't have the same thickness to force the sweet cream out everywhere. The mint ice cream was a bit too minty and not enough chip but the sweet cream was a nice flavor with the chosen cookies. Later my blood sugar spiked so I know it had a bunch of sugar inside. Might come back if I'm in the area. read more

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I LOVE this place, it's an amazing ice cream stop for the warmer months! The flavors are always so good, and I like how you can get multiple flavors in any size cup! I got the blueberry lavender and Persian rose flavors together to look like the UW colors :) it was very flavorful and you could taste all the florals and aromatics which can sometimes get overpowered by stronger flavors. The owner was super sweet, I ran into her later while she was doing a product photo shoot and she was so nice and told me about the flavors she was promoting which did not disappoint! Every time I've come here I've been impressed! I guess I'll have to keep tasting the new flavors every season! read more

Sweet Alchemy Ice Creamery - Blueberry Lavender and Persian Rose Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I tried two of their vegan flavors: one was something with lavender and the other one was pumpkin. They were both really great. I also tried a small brownie which was also pretty tasty. Good ice cream shop in the neighborhood. I tried two of their vegan flavors: one was something with lavender and the other one was pumpkin. They were both really great. I also tried a small brownie which was also pretty tasty. Good ice cream shop in the neighborhood. Definitely recommend. read more

Food - the ice cream is always good and I appreciate the more unique flavors. It tends to be on the sweeter side and have perhaps fewer options for vegan, etc. but still definitely have some. Service - tends to be better on less busy days because the line can get pretty crazy on weekends when school is in session or even in summer time. Ambiance - there's not really much space to sit inside. In summer there's lots of seating outside but I prefer to take mine and walk! read more

After a long day of going around trying to find cards, Hubby and I decided to stop and get some dessert! Some of the places that we wanted to go was either far or in the downtown district that I knew we weren't going to be able to find any parking. I kept looking around and saw Sweet Alchemy Ice Cream. It was a bit hard to find parking here, and we saw a little parking lot so we decided to just park in there and walk over to get some ice cream. The store is very small, but it got super packed as we got in there. They have so many different flavors that I never seen before. I was a bit hesitant to try them, but whenever we go back, I may decide to try something new. I ended up getting the Darkside and Hubby got the Cookies and Cream. They were both soo rich and flavorful. We really enjoyed it! We also got a brownie from there and that as well was really good. read more

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Cute little ice cream shop by UW. Loved the earl gray, but the texture was more icy and less creamy. I do like that the waffle cones and the waffle bowls are a reasonable size and don't make you feel like you need to order three scoops to fill them. Service was quick and friendly. Because we came during spring break it wasn't super busy. read more