About Meadowvale

We focus exclusively on producing the best ice cream, frozen custard, and soft serve mixes.

Founded in 1967, we are proud to be a 100% Employee Owned company exclusively manufacturing dairy dessert mixes for retailers across the United States. Over the decades, we have built a reputation for delivering exceptional quality and service, making us a trusted partner for businesses ranging from national brands to local mom-and-pop shops.

Starting with humble beginnings, our founder, John Steinwart, created Meadowvale to service local shops in Northern Illinois. After many years of being a regional mix manufacturer, we’ve expanded both our product lines and shipping ranges to accommodate partners across the United States. Our facility, now located in Sandwich, IL, is strategically positioned to efficiently ship products to both coasts. Built in 2018, our state-of-the-art facility adheres to rigorous food safety standards, earning us an excellent SQF score that reflects our commitment to producing safe, high-quality products. Beyond safety, we are deeply committed to sustainability, continuously evaluating and improving our environmental footprint to ensure a better future for generations to come.

As a 100% Employee Owned company, we believe in the power of investing in our people. Our team’s dedication and expertise are the foundation of our success. We offer ongoing training and development opportunities to ensure our employees thrive both personally and professionally, creating a culture of ownership and pride that drives innovation and excellence in everything we do. We also give back to our community through various charities and volunteer work.

More Than Just a Mix Company

At our core, we strive to be more than just a mix company. We are dedicated to crafting premium products that delight our customers and their consumers while fostering meaningful relationships within the industry. As a competitive and fast-growing employer in the dairy industry, we are committed to creating a workplace where our employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our shared success.

Whether you’re a retailer seeking high-quality dairy dessert mixes or a professional looking for a rewarding career in a dynamic industry, we invite you to join us on our journey of growth, innovation, and excellence.

Client Testimonials

Don’t just take out word for it. Here’s what our clients are saying.

  • Rose Rock has used Meadowvale since we opened in 2017, and we cannot imagine having the level of success we’ve had without them as a partner. The team at Meadowvale is just incredible. Their level of customer support is the best in the business. With their guidance and support, and commitment to quality, Rose Rock has been recognized by USA Today, Travel and Leisure, and Food and Wine for our outstanding product. It’s easy for me to say that Meadowvale is the best in class when it comes to high quality dairy.

    Jason Decker, Owner Rose Rock MicroCreamery

  • We have been customers of Meadowvale for several years now and have been absolutely delighted with every aspect of our experience! Our sales rep is extremely knowledgeable, professional, and always has a solution for our needs. Amy and Joal in the office are always on top of everything and their communication with us is exceptional! We love this company and would highly recommend them and their products!

    Andia & George Xouris, Owners Andia’s Ice Cream

  • It’s rare to find a product that is as high quality as the integrity of the people behind the product. Meadowvale sets the standard that we judge all other companies on when it comes to quality of the product and integrity. We love them!

    Mindy & Aaron Theobald, Owners Theo’s Microcreamery

  • We have had the pleasure of working with Meadowvale for the past 15 years. When we started we had one location. We are now going on our 5th. During this time the staff have always been there for us in good times and bad. They have guided us, and always have given us constructive criticism when needed. Meadowvale is like family and we wouldn’t have it any other way! We look forward to many more successful years with Meadowvale in our corner.

    Therese, Owner Dairy Belle

  • Greatest mix ever!

    Andy Kuntz, President Andy’s Frozen Custard

  • From day one Meadowvale has been fantastic to work with! Big Dipper Creamery is excited to continue our relationship with them. Their unbelievable fast customer service is an added bonus to their high quality dairy for our ice cream.

    Tyler, Vice President Big Dipper Creamery

  • At a time when businesses are becoming less and less personable, Meadowvale is able to make you feel important and special, as if you are their only priority.

    Linda Anderson Julie Ann’s Frozen Custard

  • Meadowvale continues to outperform their competitors by great lengths…Michael’s Frozen Custard has been in business for 24 years. We’ve won numerous awards including “Best of Madison” for 24 years running, “Best of Wisconsin” as well as accolades in the New York Times, Food Network and New York Post. Our partnership for continued success is based on Meadowvale’s quality base product combined with our outstanding recipes and customer-focused service. Michael’s Frozen Custard is uniquely Madison (we’ll never franchise) and we only use of the highest quality ingredients. Thank you Meadowvale for being an important part of our past,  present, and future!

    Michael, Founder and CEO Michael’s Frozen Custard

  • Meadowvale provides the most consistent product we’ve ever used with a clean-label mix that creates an incredibly natural and creamy foundation for our shop’s flavors. We love that they are 100% Employee owned and feel good about supporting their company. Their customer service is always above and beyond so I can always have the confidence that whatever we need, they will do their best to make sure we are taken care of.

    Ashley Garrison, Owner The Hop Ice Cream, Asheville, NC

  • Superior. That is the one word I would use to describe Meadowvale. Everything from their facility, to their product, all the way to their customer service is top tier. Our business will remain loyal to a fault to Meadowvale.

    Briley Simpkins, Owner JB’s Barnyard, Mt Vernon, IN

  • Working with Meadowvale has been a game-changer for our ice cream business. Their clean-label mixes consistently deliver exceptional quality, and the reliability of their frozen shipments has given us peace of mind during high-volume production. We’ve tested multiple suppliers, but Meadowvale stands out not just for the product, but for their responsiveness and support.

    Parul Desai Milwaukee Joe’s Artisan Ice Creams, Texas

  • Meadowvale has always treated us like family. They have gone out of their way to help us out. A good company and a great business to business relationship.

    Tom Zarlengo, Owner Zarlengo’s, Inc.

  • I flew to Wisconsin and went to 15 frozen custard shops. I could tell which ones were Meadowvale. They were my favorites.

    Liz Davis, Owner The Dairy Godmother

  • The service that Meadowvale provides is outstanding! Each member of the team takes personal responsibility to ensure satisfaction, from the owner, to the sales staff, to the office personnel and the delivery drivers. Commitment to excellent service is why we use Meadowvale.

    Bev Thomas and Lisa Callaghan, Owners 2 Sisters Frozen Custard

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.

circle-chevron-right circle-chevron-up I need to update my menu board for the upcoming season, what dictates Meadowvale pricing?

Pricing is based off of current ingredient prices along with the current supply and demand among other worldly influences. This meaning a bad vanilla bean crop will force the price of vanilla to go up, a bad year in the sugar industry will force sugar prices to go up, and if it’s good, vice versa.

circle-chevron-right circle-chevron-up As a small, independent operation it’s difficult to get good service; What makes Meadowvale any different?

Meadowvale was founded over 50 years ago with the independent operator in mind. The heart of our company, from production to distribution is dedicated to servicing operations of all sizes with equal enthusiasm. We’re never more than a phone call away!

circle-chevron-right circle-chevron-up How does your company ensure a consistent, quality product?

Our facility is SQF Certified and we follow rigorous food safety standards. Our Quality Assurance team insures consistency and industry leading quality control with our in-house laboratory.

circle-chevron-right circle-chevron-up We have a multi-unit chain in several states and anticipate rapid growth; will Meadowvale be able to handle our unique needs?

Meadowvale has been providing outstanding service to both small independents and multi-unit chains for years.  Partnering in our clients success is our greatest source of pride. We’re here to serve!

circle-chevron-right circle-chevron-up What kind of packaging do you offer?

Currently we only package mixes in 2.5 gallon bags, with 2 (2.5) gallon bags per case. Each case has 5 gallons.

We also offer packaging in totes, if preferred.

circle-chevron-right circle-chevron-up Do you offer custom formulations?

We are dedicated to providing the best mixes in the dairy industry. If one of our  20+ premium formulas doesn’t meet your needs, we do offer custom formulations with batch minimums (usually 1000+ gallons). Please contact us to discuss your needs and we will be happy to talk you through the requirements! You can also visit our Custom Formulations page for more information.

circle-chevron-right circle-chevron-up Are your mixes a liquid or powder?

All of our dairy mixes are fresh, liquid mixes that need to be refrigerated and used within 30 days of manufacturing. We do not offer powder mixes. If you’re looking for a more shelf-stable product, we recommend continuing your search for a product more suitable for your needs.