There are plenty of things to think about when choosing a cone. Is strength your priority? Do you want to create a premium looking serve? Or are you looking for a smaller cone that still looks great while helping you manage portion sizes?

Every business is different, so we’ve put together a guide to help you find the right cone for your needs.

If durability is your priority

Recommended: Tall Sugar Cone

For busy parlours, breakages can quickly become an unnecessary cost. However carefully cones are packed and handled, the occasional breakage is inevitable. It could happen during distribution, when new staff are learning to serve, or simply because the ice cream is a little firmer than usual.

The Tall Sugar Cone has been designed with strength in mind, making it one of the most robust options available.

Some of the reasons customers choose it include:

• Less prone to breakages than natural top waffle cones.
• Flat top design helps reduce the risk of cracking.
• Strong enough to cope with firmer ice cream.
• Double-wrapped construction for added strength.
• Thicker than many traditional cones.

If reducing waste is high on your list, the Tall Sugar Cone is well worth considering.

If presentation matters

Recommended: Tall Sugar Cone

The Tall Sugar Cone isn’t just practical – it looks good too.

Its taller shape helps lift the ice cream above the cone, making each serve look bigger and more impressive. It creates extra height, shows off your gelato and gives customers the impression of a generous portion, even without using more product.

Sometimes it’s the presentation that makes the biggest difference.

If you’re looking for a premium finish

Recommended: Waffle Cones

Nothing says artisan gelato quite like a waffle cone.

From Atina to Rimini, Smoothy® Twist® to Vesuvio, they’re a simple way to give your ice cream a more premium feel.

Perfect if you want to create eye-catching serves that customers will happily photograph before they eat.

Summer Serving Trends: Smaller Portions & Premium Experiences

Consumer habits are changing. While some customers are looking for affordable treats, others are happy to spend a little more on something that feels special.

Many parlours are finding success by catering for both.

Smaller portions, same great experience

Recommended: Atina & Atina Dipped

The Atina range is ideal if you’re looking to introduce a smaller one-scoop option.

It gives customers an affordable treat while helping you keep portion sizes consistent and margins healthy.

Ideal for:

• One-scoop serves.
• Families.
• Children.
• Customers looking for a lighter option.

Adding value with decorated cones

Recommended: Decorated Cones

Sometimes, changing the cone is all it takes to transform a standard scoop into something customers are willing to pay more for.

Decorated cones are a great way to add colour, texture and theatre, making them especially popular during the busy summer holidays.

Choose from:

• Chocolate dipped.
• Sherbet coated.
• Biscuit and treat decorations.
• Sprinkle finishes.

It’s a simple upgrade that can make a real difference to the overall look of your cabinet and encourage customers to trade up.

If buying British is important to you

One thing that makes Antonelli different is that our cones are baked right here in Manchester.

That means we can react quickly to demand, offer bespoke products and keep lead times shorter than many imported alternatives.

It also means your cones are genuinely made in the UK – not simply imported and decorated here.

Benefits include:

• Faster lead times.
• Freshly baked products.
• Bespoke cones, wafers and packaging.
• Lower food miles.
• Over 100 years of cone-making experience.

At a glance

Need some advice?

If you’re not sure which cone is right for your business, we’re always happy to help.

Speak to your Sales Manager or contact our Customer Service team at orders@antonelli.co.uk