The Sweetest Win on Main Street: How Melt’s “Granddaddy Caddy” Became a Southern Star

There’s a certain electricity on Main Street these days—the kind that drifts out the door of Melt Ice Cream Shop right along with the scent of fresh waffle cones. Locals have always known the little shop as a place where summer memories are made one scoop at a time. But now, thanks to a national competition, that hometown favorite has stepped into the spotlight.

At this year’s 2025 Cone-A-Con, a gathering of ice cream makers from across the country, Melt’s signature flavor, “Granddaddy Caddy,” was crowned Flavor of the Year for the Southern Region. Small batch, big win.

A Flavor with Southern Soul

“Granddaddy Caddy” is as Southern as a front-porch story—salted butterscotch ice cream, roasted pecans, and a buttery swirl that ties everything together in a way only coastal craftsmen could conjure. It’s familiar yet surprising, sweet with just enough salt to remind you of the ocean breeze just a few blocks away.

Customers have loved it for years, but Cone-A-Con’s recognition confirms what locals already believed: this is a flavor with staying power.

A Win That Hits Close to Home

Inside Melt, the excitement feels almost unreal. The team is grateful, humbled, and still trying to wrap their heads around the idea that their small Main Street shop now stands among the best in the nation.

For a business rooted in community—serving families after beach days, kids after school, and visitors discovering North Myrtle Beach for the first time—this award is more than a trophy. It’s a moment of pride for everyone who has ever stood in line with sandy feet and a sunburned smile.

A Must-Try Stop on Your Next Beach Vacation

For guests staying with Thomas Beach Vacations, Melt is just the kind of local treasure that turns a good trip into a great one. After all, vacation should be about savoring moments—and what better way than with a scoop of award-winning Southern craftsmanship?

Whether you’re wandering Main Street at sunset or taking a break from the beach, make time for a stop at Melt. “Granddaddy Caddy” is waiting, and now the whole country knows why it’s special.

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