
Bees Knees Ice Cream for Sourwood Festival (Black Mountain Only)
Limited-run Bees Knees ice cream celebrates the Sourwood Festival with honey-forward sweetness and a summery scoop-shop vibe at The Hop in Black Mountain. Ideal for a quick dessert stop while festival hopping and tasting local flavors.
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