Scoop, slurp, repeat: These unique Ahmedabad golas will make you drool this summer

As temperatures rise across Gujarat, Ahmedabad’s gola vendors are serving up the coolest – and most creative — treats in town. From tropical Pina Colada to rich Biscoff Coffee and indulgent Ferrero Rocher and Gold Leaf creations, this summer’s gola game is not just refreshing, it’s reinventing tradition.

At Jay Bhavani Golawala in Prahladnagar, tropical flavours take centre stage with their standout Pina Colada Gola – a frozen delight blending pineapple and coconut, inspired by the popular mocktail. Other fruity offerings like cranberry and blueberry also grace the menu, with prices ranging between ₹300 and ₹400.

Vishal Somyani, originally from Rajkot, owns and operates the business along with his family, who have been in the gola business for years. They now have multiple branches in Ahmedabad, Surat, and Rajkot.

“We wanted to bring something new to the traditional gola experience. Our factory ensures hygienic production, and every flavour we serve is crafted with quality and love. The Pina Colada gola has been a big hit this summer,” said Somyani.

On SG Highway, Golewala has made a unique flavour for coffee lovers with its Biscoff Coffee Gola – a blend of sweet and bitter flavours that’s made fresh in front of the customer. Each serving is priced between ₹210 and ₹250.

Darsh, one of the founders, started the business three years ago with his friends, bringing a new twist to the classic street-side treat.

“Transparency is key for us. We prepare all gola flavours live, right in front of the customer. Our Biscoff Coffee Gola is for people who want something different from the usual fruit-based options,” he shared.

Golewala also appeals to chocoholics with its Ferrero Rocher Gola, made with Nutella and topped with the luxurious chocolate itself.

Over in Isanpur, Naiyya Gola offers a fusion of gola and ice cream, with flavours like Mango Dolly and Chocolate Gola -- the latter featuring an actual chocobar inside and costing around ₹400. For those with a sweet tooth rooted in Indian traditions, options like Rasgulla, Gulab Jamun, and Kaju Katli golas offer a nostalgic-yet-modern twist, priced at around ₹600.

The shop is run by Haresh Modi, whose family has been in the gola business for over four decades.

“Our family has been in the gola business for over 40 years. We’ve seen generations grow up with our golas. The fusion of traditional sweets into golas has been our way of keeping things unique while honouring Indian taste,” said Modi.

“Our most popular item is the Kathiyawadi Gola, but many still prefer the simplicity of traditional stick ice golas over the dish versions.”

And for those looking to splurge, head to Rameshwar RO Ice Gola near Judges Bungalow in Bodakdev, where the extravagant Gold Work Gola features 10 scoops of ice cream topped with edible gold leaf. Priced at ₹2,000, it’s a dessert meant to be shared among family and friends.

Dilip Solanki, who has been running the place for over a decade, begins operations early in the season – just after Holi – to welcome the summer rush.

“We start early every season to make sure people stay cool through the summer. The Gold Work Gola was created for families to enjoy together,” said Solanki.

So, whether you're craving a tropical twist, rich chocolate indulgence, or a desi fusion surprise – Ahmedabad’s gola trail is worth the ride this summer.