We love the rich, creamy, premium taste and are certain our guests will too. also commented on the new flavor via Twitter. We are pleased to announce the addition of Red Button Vintage Creamery Ice Cream, exclusively available at independent retailers supplied by Associated Food Stores, said Neal Berube, CEO of AFS.

The announcement came more than two years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation.Ĭomedian Roy Wood Jr. Juneteenth, which became a national holiday in 2021, commemorates the day Union soldiers arrived in Texas on June 19, 1865, with the news that enslaved Black people were free. We are reviewing our assortment and will remove items as appropriate.” However, we received feedback that a few items caused concern for some of our customers and we sincerely apologize.

Walmart apologized and issued a statement to Fox saying, “Juneteenth holiday marks a celebration of freedom and independence. Included in the post was a picture of the ice cream carton that had the words “Share and celebrate African-American culture, emancipation and enduring hope.”Īccording to Jones, the carton contains “Pan American colors.” The ice cream is a swirled red velvet and cheesecake flavor. Westmark Germany Gallant Heavy Duty Chrome Ice Cream Scoop (Red / Black) 4 4.8 out of 5 Stars. With all of the black owned brands why not promote their products. On Saturday, Electris Jones of Durham, North Carolina, posted photos of the ice cream on her Facebook page saying, “Dear Walmart, Ummm.

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