Twisted Gnome

09/08/2026

09/04/2026

🚨 WEEKEND HOURS ALERT! 🚨

We’ve got a little schedule twist for this holiday weekend! 🍦

✨ SATURDAY, SEPT. 5
We’ll be CLOSING EARLY at 4 PM for a special event! 🎉
So stop in early and get your Twisted fix! Better yet… take a Quart (or two 😉) Gnome, for those weekend cravings! 🍦🍦

✨ SUNDAY, SEPT. 6
OPEN 11 AM – 7 PM
Come get your Sunday swirl! 😋

🇺🇸 LABOR DAY — MONDAY
SEPT. 7th- CLOSED

Thank you for all your continued support of our little Twisted Gnome adventure! 💚

Have a safe, fun & delicious Holiday Weekend! 🇺🇸🎉

Twisted Gnome… the place your taste buds go to party! 🧙‍♂️🍦

08/31/2026

🌴 NOT ONE… BUT TWO NEW FLAVORS THIS WEEK! 🌴

Our Master Mixologist has been at it again, and your taste buds are about to go on a little adventure! 😋

🔥 INTRODUCING KAHUNA TORCH! 🔥
A NEW custom, made-in-house Dole blend bringing ALL the tropical vibes! 🌺🌴

🍊 Orange
🥭 Guava
🍍 Pineapple

Bright, tropical and oh-so-refreshing…
Kahuna Torch is ready to light up your taste buds! 🔥

🫐 BLACKBERRY BLISS SOFTSERVE 🫐
Another NEW custom creation made right here at Twisted Gnome! A sweet, berry-filled delight that's smooth, creamy and bursting with blackberry goodness. 💜

And because we don't believe in stopping at just the flavor… let's TWIST them into something delicious!

🥥 P.O.G. PARFAIT 🥥
Graham cracker crust + Kahuna Torch Dole SoftServe + diced peaches + coconut flakes + whipped cream.

🌴 Tropical paradise in a cup! 😋

🍋🫐 BERRY LEMON CRUNCH PARFAIT 🫐🍋
Lemon white chocolate chip cookie crumbles + Blackberry Bliss SoftServe + black raspberry jam + a little whipped cream.

It's BERRY-LICIOUS! 💜🍋

🍓🥣 OOPS! BERRY CRUNCH PARFAIT 🥣🍓
And don't worry, Vanilla didn't get left out!

Vanilla SoftServe bursting with strawberry topping + ALL BERRY CRUNCH cereal + whipped cream.

Because as I always say…

“Cereal isn't just for breakfast anymore!” 😉😋

At Twisted Gnome, we're not your typical ice cream shop. 🍦

There's ALWAYS something new to discover! We love twisting up something original, creative and oh-so-YUM just for you.

Not sure what to try?
ASK US FOR A SUGGESTION!
Let us Twist you up something unexpected and see where your taste buds take you! 🎉

Your taste buds will thank you. 💚

Twisted Gnome… the place your taste buds go to party!
We're Playfully Indulgent and Unmistakably Twisted- Gnome style!

08/27/2026

💚 A Little Gift That Means SO Much! 💚

I am truly touched by the kindness and thoughtfulness of our amazing customers.

Today, I was gifted this beautiful, fun rock that was made especially for Twisted Gnome! 🥰 🪨 ✨

A HUGE thank you to Susan Ballantyne for this very special gift. It’s little moments like this that truly move me and remind me just how incredibly lucky I am to be part of such a beautiful, caring, creative and FUN community. 💚

Susan, you absolutely ROCK!!
🤘🪨💚

I’m going to find the perfect spot for this special little piece of Twisted Gnome love. 🥰

Thank you for supporting my crazy little dream and for making this community so special. You all mean more than you know! 💚

08/24/2026

🎒📚 BACK TO SCHOOL WEEK AT TWISTED GNOME! 📚🎒

It’s that magical time of year when kids reunite with their friends, new friendships are made…
and parents everywhere quietly celebrate getting a little of their peace and quiet back! 😉😂

We’re celebrating too — FLAVORWISE, that is! 🎉🍦

✨ THIS WEEK’S FLAVORS ✨
🎂 Birthday Cake Softserve
🍓 Strawberry Dole
🍦 Vanilla Softserve
🍍 Pineapple Dole

FEATURED TREATS—

BIRTHDAY BLAST PARFAIT 🎊
Birthday Cake Softserve layered with edible Celebration Cookie Dough, colorful sprinkles & Strawberry Dole, then topped with whipped cream and MORE sprinkles!
Because what better way to celebrate a new school year than with a BLAST OF YUMM! 😋🎉

🏝️ TROPICAL ISLAND FIZZ FLOAT
A Twisted combo of Pineapple & Strawberry Dole with Ginger Ale or Starry, plus a little coconut flavor for that island vibe! 🌴🥥

💗 PINK LEMONADE FLOAT
Strawberry Dole swirled up with Dole Strawberry Lemonade. Sweet, fruity and oh-so-refreshing! 🍓🍋

🏈 FYI, VIKINGS FANS! 🏈
You can enjoy Twisted Gnome Dole SoftServe at all Decorah Vikings HOME games! The concession stands are stocked and ready to serve up the good stuff!
💙💛 GO VIKINGS!!

❤️🤍 CRESTWOOD CADET FANS!
You can find our Dole SoftServe at the Good Vibes Mobile Drink Trailer!

Here’s to a fantastic school year filled with new friends, new adventures, great memories… and plenty of YUM! 🎊📚🍦

Twisted Gnome — where your taste buds go to party! 😋

08/19/2026

🍦🍍 IT’S NATIONAL SOFTSERVE DAY!! 🍍🍦

Today, August 19th, is the PERFECT excuse to stop in and celebrate with us! 🎉

And what better way to celebrate than with a little TWISTED goodness?! 😋

💙 COOL BLUE GNOME SOFTSERVE —
our newest flavor creation! Smooth, creamy and bursting with that cool minty goodness!

🌴 HAWAIIAN BREEZE DOLE SOFTSERVE —
a refreshing tropical twist!

❤️ RASPBERRY DOLE —
sweet, fruity & oh-so-yum!

🤍 VANILLA SOFTSERVE — because sometimes classic is exactly what your taste buds are craving!

🍦🍍🍦🍍🍦🍍🍦🍍🍦🍍🍦🍍
Come swirl up National Softserve Day — Gnome Style! 💙

📍 Twisted Gnome
128 W Water St •
Downtown Decorah

Twisted Gnome… where your taste buds go to PARTY! 🎉

08/17/2026

🌀NEW FLAVOR DROP ALERT!🌀

Our Master Mixologist is on a CREATIVE STREAK… and you know what that means…

🎉 PARTY FOR YOUR TASTE BUDS!! 🎉

Make no mistake… this NEW flavor won’t have you singing the blues! 🎶💙

It’s smooth, creamy, cool and minty… and if you’ve been craving that sweet spot of refreshing minty goodness, this one is calling your name!

💙 COOL BLUE GNOME 💙

Because we don’t do boring here 😉
And yes… you’re just going to have to TRY IT FOR YOURSELF!

🍦 THIS WEEK’S FLAVORS
🌺 Hawaiian Breeze Dole — our custom blend
❤️ Raspberry Dole
💙 Cool Blue Gnome SoftServe
🤍 Vanilla SoftServe

🥤 FEATURED THIS WEEK
💙 BLUE GNOME SHAKE
Cool Blue Gnome SoftServe blended with our Blueberry Lemon Thyme preserve, then topped with whipped cream.

O. M. G.!!! 😋
OH. SO. YUMMMMM!!

🍰 TWISTED CHEESECAKE
Top it with Hawaiian Breeze, Raspberry Dole, Cool Blue Gnome… or create your own TWISTED combination!

🍷 RED SANGRIA FLOAT
Swirl it with Raspberry, Hawaiian Breeze, OR TWIST the two together! ❤️🌺
Refreshing with just a hint of sparkle! ✨

And remember… 👀

If you don’t see it on the menu, that doesn’t mean we can’t make it!
Tell us what you’re craving and Cherie & the team can create, mix, Twist or shake something decadent up just for you! 😋

That’s why we’re called…

💙🌀 TWISTED GNOME 🌀💙

The place where your taste buds go to party!

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08/12/2026

🛍️ GET TWISTED AT THE WHITE HAUS MARKET! 🛍️

This Saturday, we’re packing up the Gnome coolers and heading to the White Haus Market in Waukon! 🎉

📍 White Haus Market — Waukon
⏰ 9 AM–1 PM

Stop by our table while you shop and treat yourself to some delicious Dole Whip! We'll have a variety of flavors! 🍍 🍊🍓 🍒🍇

And because you can never have too much Gnome goodness, we’ll also have:
👕 Twisted Gnome T-Shirts — various colors & sizes
🤘 Twisted Gnome Stickers
🎁 Pre-loaded $10 Gift Cards — perfect for yourself or a fellow Gnome fan!

Come shop. Come treat yourself. Come GET TWISTED! 😋💚

See you at the Market! 🛍️✨

08/10/2026

🥤✨ IT’S SHAKE WEEK AT THE TWISTED GNOME! ✨🥤

We’re SHAKING & TWISTING up some deliciously decadent treats this week! 😋

Sure, chocolate and vanilla are classics… BUT why be boring when you can GET TWISTED—GNOME STYLE?! 🧙‍♂️🥤
Step outside your comfort zone and let our Crafty Head Gnome work her magic.
Trust us… your taste buds will thank you! 💥

🌟 TRY A GNOME-TWISTED SHAKE:
🫐🍋 Blueberry Lemon Thyme
🍓 Strawberry Rhubarb
🥜 Peanut Butter
🍒 Cherry Almond
🍑 Peach
❤️ Lingonberry

And YES… we can absolutely shake up your favorites too!
🌿 Mint • 🍫 Chocolate •
🍓 Strawberry • 💙 Blue Razz •
🧈 Butter Pecan

This shop does NOT do boring! 😜

🍍 THIS WEEK’S FLAVORS 🍍
🌅 Tiki Sunset Dole —
Our custom-made flavor created right here in-house! It SOLD OUT on its initial debut, so if you missed it (or loved it 😍)… IT’S BACK!

🍍 Pineapple Dole
☕️ Café Au Lait Softserve — Another custom flavor crafted in-house!
🍦 Vanilla Softserve

FEATURED THIS WEEK:
CAFÉ AU LAIT SUNDAE ✨☕️
Café au lait softserve drizzled with coffee caramel sauce, sprinkled with toffee bits, then topped with whipped cream.
Sweet. Creamy. Decadent.
YUM in every bite! 🤎

🎉 SPECIAL OCCASIONS?
WE’VE GOT YOU! 🎉
Our Head Gnome is a Master Mixologist who creates all our custom flavors in-house—and did you know she can also create the perfect Gnome Whip Pie for your special occasion?!
🎂 Birthdays
🎉 Celebrations
💍 Special events
💝 Or just because!
Stop in and chat with Cherie about all the deliciously Twisted possibilities. We have a plethora of options and LOVE creating something uniquely yours!

🍰 TWISTED CHEESECAKE BOGO!
Buy ONE Twisted Cheesecake and get a SECOND one for $1 OFF the regular price! 🍰
Because one is good…
TWO IS DOUBLE THE YUMM! 😋😋

Twisted Gnome… we don’t do boring here.
We Twist it. We Create it.
You LOVE it!

08/02/2026

🍫 Wait a minute...where did July disappear to?!

I'm still scratching my head wondering where the month went...and somehow it's already AUGUST! Whew! Time flies when you're serving up deliciously Twisted treats.

🚨 Calling ALL Chocolate Lovers!🚨

This week, we're embracing chocolate with zero regrets.
And if someone says, "Hey...you've got chocolate on your face," just smile and say... "I know!" 😋

This Week's Decadent Features:

Wrecked DrumStick Parfait – Gnome Style!
Chocolate, Vanilla...or BOTH! (No judgment here!) Loaded with waffle cone pieces, hot fudge, chopped peanuts and topped with whipped cream.
Because let's be honest...one Drumstick is never enough!

🍫 Chocolate Overload Parfait- Chocolate SoftServe layered with hot fudge, Oreo crumbs, brownie bites and finished with whipped cream.
Chocolate lovers...this one's calling your name!

Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Sundae- Chocolate SoftServe drizzled with rich Bourbon Caramel sauce, sprinkled with chopped pecans and topped with whipped cream. Sweet. Nutty. Oh-so-decadent.

🥜 Peanut Busting Parfait- Chocolate or Vanilla SoftServe layered with loads of hot fudge, roasted peanuts and crowned with whipped cream.
Simple. Classic & Absolutely irresistible.

🍹 Looking for something a little lighter? Try one of our refreshing Floats.

✨ Pomegranate Sangria Lemonade Float
✨ Sparkling Passion Fruit Mango Float
Both are refreshing, fruity and perfect for a warm August day!

🍰 And if you've been dreaming about cheesecake...
Treat yourself to our
Twisted Cheesecake topped with luscious Pomegranate. One bite and you'll know why it's a customer favorite!

🌺 Flavors This Week
Pomegranate Dole
Pineapple Dole 🍍
Chocolate SoftServe 🍫
Vanilla SoftServe 🍦

Twisted Gnome... Always Creative, Always Decadent and Oh So Yumm!!

Come on in and let us twist you up something deliciously Twisted!

Reminder- if you're in the Cresco area, you can find our frozen treats at Good Vibes and Ox & Wren.
We also have frozen cups at the Landing Market here in Decorah. SWEET!!