Dates grow all over the Arizona desert, and the sweetest way to enjoy them is blended into a cold, creamy shake. A date shake mixes chopped Medjool dates with ice cream and milk until it turns thick, rich, and naturally sweet.
Arizona has date farms and roadside stands where you can grab one after a drive through farm country or open desert. Here are eight spots across the state where the date shakes are thick enough to make the trip feel like a reward.
1. Sphinx Date Co. Palm and Pantry, Scottsdale, Arizona
Old Town Scottsdale has plenty of sweet stops, but Sphinx Date Co. has been part of the local date scene for decades. The shop specializes in dates, date products, and gourmet gifts.
The date shake here leans on quality Medjool dates blended into a smooth, sweet base. It pairs nicely with a walk through the surrounding shops and galleries…