1.5 Degree, an emerging name in India’s plant-based and vegan dessert segment, has been honoured with the “Best Vegan Ice Cream – 2025” title at the PETA India Vegan Food Awards. The award celebrates the brand’s crowd favourite, The Original Gelato Biscoff, a creamy, 100% natural, dairy-free gelato that has earned love from customers across the country. This recognition strengthens 1.5 Degree’s place as a strong contender in India’s fast-growing vegan and lactose-free dessert market.

The award category recognised 1.5 Degree – The Original Gelato Biscoff for its taste, plant-based ingredients, clean-label formulation, and cruelty-free innovation. Presented by PETA India, this win stands as a milestone for India’s plant-based movement.

“We are excited and honoured to receive this recognition from PETA India,” stated Vedansh Goyal, Founder of 1.5 Degree. “Our Biscoff Gelato is designed to provide a rich and indulgent dessert experience, free from dairy, lactose, and artificial additives. This award affirms our commitment to transforming the landscape of vegan ice cream and natural plant-based desserts in India.”

The Original Gelato Biscoff stands out with its dairy-free formulation, natural clean-label ingredients, smooth gelato texture, generous Biscoff crumble and caramel swirl, and the complete absence of lactose, preservatives, and artificial flavours. It offers a guilt-free treat that appeals to millennials, health-focused consumers, lactose-intolerant individuals, and dessert lovers across the country.

With India’s vegan ice cream market expanding quickly, 1.5 Degree is gaining strong visibility through HoReCa partners like Compass Group, Sodexo, Taj, Pullman, Country Inn, and PVR. The brand also reaches corporate catering kiosks through SmartQ in Delhi, Mumbai, and Bangalore, along with retail and D2C channels such as Zomato, Swiggy, and Instalanding.

Beyond ice creams, 1.5 Degree is growing its range with gelatos, oat beverages, popsicles, kulfi sticks, smoothies, and chef-curated plant-based meals.

Based in Haryana, the brand’s manufacturing facility produces up to 10,000 liters per day, supporting large-scale, high-quality production for both B2B and retail markets. With a focus on natural ingredients, ethical sourcing, and flavourful products, 1.5 Degree continues to champion clean eating and sustainable choices without compromising on taste.