Malai, figuratively meaning “cream of the crop,” in a North Indian language, is an ice cream company that draws inspiration from globally-sourced whole ingredients, aromatic spices, and unexpected twists on old classics.
Flavors
- Spiced Peanut CrunchIce cream4.604 ratings
- Cilantro MintRefreshing and herbaceous, this dairy-free sorbet is crafted to mirror spicy green chutney.Sorbet4.802 ratings
- Cardamom Pistachio CrumbleA nutty, caramelized crumb topping is folded into rich cardamom ice cream.Ice cream4.452 ratings
- Pumpkin Garam Masala CrumbleIce cream4.352 ratings
- Mango & CreamThe flavor combines the simplicity of sweet milk with a fruity, tangy and sweet mango and puree. It's almost an ice cream and sorbet in one!Ice cream4.002 ratings
- Masala ChaiA little sweet, and a little spicy. You will get hints of ginger, cinnamon, and black pepper in this flavor inspired by the classic tea.Ice cream3.852 ratings
- Tulsi Chocolate ChipThis is the Malai version of the classic mint chocolate chip! Tulsi is a mix between mint and basil, with chocolate and cocoa nibs running throughout.Ice cream3.752 ratings
- Indian Biscuit Milk Soft ServeIce cream5.001 rating
- Royal Cinnamon with Black Salt CaramelIce cream4.801 rating
- BaklavaThis flavor is the dessert in ice cream form. Using a honey based ice cream, and homemade baklava as a mix in, this ice cream is sweet, nutty, buttery and delicious.Ice cream4.201 rating
- Carrot HalwaIce cream4.101 rating
- Rose with Cinnamon Roasted AlmondsOur most popular! Sweet, floral and spiced - there is nothing that this ice cream doesn't hit. It's unlike anything you've had before, in the best possible way!Ice cream4.001 rating
- Butterscotch Fennel PecanIce cream3.801 rating
- GhughraIce cream3.801 rating
- Gulab JamunSoft serve blended with real gulab jamun for doughnuty, syrupy depth, finished with cardamom, rose, and saffron for a warm, decadent spice.Soft serve3.701 rating
- Apricot MaceSherbet
- Banana Peanut Butter Garam MasalaSorbet
- Brown ButterThink toasted milk, deep buttery richness, and that irresistible savory-sweet edge from caramelized milk solids. It’s the kind of flavor that lingers, in the best way.Soft serve
- Cardamom YogurtTangy yogurt soft serve spiced with warming cardamom.Frozen yogurt
- Cashew RaisinIce cream
- Cherry Black CardamomSmoky black cardamom ice cream with a sweet and tart chunky cherry compote layered throughout.Ice cream
- Coconut Tahini with Date CaramelIce cream
- Coffee CardamomIce cream
- Fig on FigIce cream
- Ginger RootBright and spicy, this flavor is refreshing in the warmer months, and comforting in the winter.Ice cream
- Golden TurmericIce cream
- Guava ChiliGuava sorbet elevated with a hint of mildly spicy Kashmiri red chili.Sorbet
- Gulab Jamun Ice Cream CakeOur Gulab Jamun Ice Cream Cakes just got bigger! You can now feed a crowd!Ice cream
- Hibiscus Chaat Masala SorbetSorbet
- Hibiscus Chaat Masala Sorbet Dairy FreeSorbet
- Jaggery with Tamarind CaramelIce cream
- Lemon CardamomIce cream
- LycheeThis sorbet is lychee in frozen form - sweet, floral with just a touch of tang. It's refreshing and satisfying.Sorbet
- Madam Vice PresidentIce cream
- Orange FennelIce cream
- Passionfruit CilantroThis refreshing dairy-free sorbet hits you with the brightness of passionfruit, and finishes with the distinct grassiness of cilantro. It’s tangy and sweet, and pairs brilliantly with our Pineapple PiSorbet
- Pineapple Pink PeppercornTanginess of pineapple with the sweetness of coconut and white chocolate with pink peppercorn.Sorbet
- Pineapple Pink PeppercornIce cream
- Red Chili ChocolateUsing Andhra Pradesh's heirloom chilies, this is a rich chocolate ice cream, with a kick. The heat of the chili will make you want to go back in for another bite!Ice cream
- Saffron PistachioIce cream
- Salted Browned Butter PecanIce cream
- Sea Salt VanillaA bit of sea salt to take away the sweet edge of vanilla; this flavor is a satisfying twist on the classic.Ice cream
- Shahi ToastRich saffron-spiced ice cream with toasty, caramelized bread pieces with just a hint of cardamom studded throughoutIce cream
- Star AniseIce cream
- Sweet Corn SaffronUsing the natural sweetness of summer corn, mellowed by the honey-like notes of saffron.Ice cream
- Sweet MilkIce cream
- Sweet Roti & GheeIce cream
- ThandaiIce cream
- Toasted NutmegIce cream
- Turkish CoffeeIce cream
- Vegan MangoFruity and refreshing vegan mango soft serve.Soft serve
Locations
- 268 Smith Street
- 9 Christopher St
- 260 South 18th Street
- 1407 T Street Northwest

