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The Story Behind Be Free Ice Cream

June 2, 2026 · 3 min read

Be Free Ice Cream didn't start in a boardroom. It started with a Navy SEAL and a café in Virginia Beach.

Founded on service

Be Free is veteran-founded, built on the same values its founder carried in uniform: do the work, cut no corners, and look after the people beside you. That shows up in the ice cream: small batches, real ingredients, and bold, chef-built flavors.

Made in memory of a teammate

The brand was founded in memory of Kyle Milliken, a SEAL Team Six operator.

Born in the café

Every Be Free flavor is developed in the café kitchen in Virginia Beach and churned in small batches, the same recipe scooped at the counter before it ever heads to a freezer aisle.

Where we're headed

Be Free pints are coming soon to grocery shelves, with retailer announcements to come. The mission stays the same: bold flavor, clean ingredients, and gratitude in every scoop.

Crafted with gratitude. Built with courage. Made to be shared.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who founded Be Free Ice Cream?

Be Free is veteran-founded. It was started by a Navy SEAL and built on the values he carried in uniform: do the work, cut no corners, and look after the people beside you.

Who is Kyle Milliken?

Kyle Milliken was a SEAL Team Six operator. Be Free was founded in his memory.

Where did Be Free begin?

Be Free grew from a café in Virginia Beach, where its ice cream recipes are developed.

Where is Be Free ice cream made?

Every flavor is developed in the café kitchen in Virginia Beach and churned in small batches, the same recipe scooped at the counter before it ever heads to a freezer aisle.

Where can I buy Be Free ice cream?

Be Free pints are coming soon to grocery shelves, with retailer announcements to come.

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Visit the Café

  • 2336 Elson Green Ave #107
    Virginia Beach, VA 23456
  • (757) 301-2578
  • Mon–Thurs 7AM–8PM · Fri 7AM–9PM
    Sat 8AM–9PM · Sun 8AM–8PM

CRAFTED WITH GRATITUDE  ·  BUILT WITH COURAGE  ·  MADE TO BE SHARED

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