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Homemade Fudge at The Hitching Post in Aurora…

March 14, 2013 by Joi Sigers Leave a Comment

Cappuccino Fudge at the Hitching Post in Aurora, Ky.

If you aren’t drooling yet, you just aren’t paying attention. The deliciousness in this post is just three of many varieties of homemade fudge you can find at The Hitching Post in Aurora, Kentucky.  I’ve written about the Hitching Post many times on Genuine Kentucky simply because I love it muchly. Not only is the owner one of the most colorful, warm and friendliest people in the universe, the store is filled with Kentucky food, Kentucky crafts, toys, candy, t-shirts, jams, jellies, homemade fudge, bottled sodas, homemade soap, knick knacks, gifts, Kentucky crafts, cookbooks, and so on and on.

I’ll tell you more about some of our most recent purchases in upcoming posts, but first things first…. FUDGE!

The Fudge counter is the first place I head to when I walk into The Hitching Post. I make a bee line straight for it and dare anyone to get in my way. I noticed a few new varieties on this trip and instantly got weak in the knees.

You know what a coffee fanatic I am, so you won’t be surprised to learn that as soon as I heard the words Cappuccino Fudge, I was like, “Break me off a piece of that!”  It’s so creamy and delicious -with just the right amount of coffee flavor. It’s one of the most unique fudges I’ve ever had the pleasure of enjoying.  After sampling a bite, my husband and I knew we had to have some to take home with us. It’s just amazing.

 

Salted Caramel Fudge at The Hitching Post in Aurora

The fudge shown above  is another of the new varieties, Salted Caramel Fudge and it’s as delicious as it looks. I’ll tell you what it reminds me A LOT of – Starbuck’s Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate. Heavenly… and pretty to boot.  This one would be an instant favorite with kids, although anyone with a strong love for chocolate (guilty as charged!) will find this fudge irresistible.

The Cappuccino Fudge and Salted Caramel Fudge are new flavors and each blew us away. We also bought an old favorite – Tiger Butter Fudge (shown below). We’ve been buying this particular variety of fudge since our girls were about waist high. They’ve grown past my waist now but they haven’t outgrown their love for Tiger Butter Fudge, so I bought some to bring home to them. I did… of course… take a bite first. I had to test it out for them, right?!

When you’re in the Lake Barkley or Kentucky Lake area, you simply MUST make your way to Aurora and visit the legendary Hitching Post. It’s one of the most cherished places in the entire Lake’s Region and has been for a very long time.

More of The Hitching Post on Genuine Kentucky:

  • Step Back in Time at The Hitching Post and Country Store in Aurora, Ky.
  • Handsome Gentleman Hanging Out in the Hitching Post
  • Endless Kentucky Nostalgia at The Hitching Post in Aurora, Kentucky
  • Classic Sign on The Hitching Post’s Porch!
  • Delicious Kentucky Food at The Hitching Post
  • Hitching Post and Old Country Store: Antique Lover’s Paradise
  • The All American Showdown and Vintage Sodas at The Hitching Post
  • Pictures of The Hitching Post & Old Country Store (New!)

Tiger Butter Fudge at the Hitching Post in Aurora

Filed Under: Aurora, Kentucky Food, Kentucky Lake, Reviews, The Hitching Post Tagged With: Aurora Kentucky, Kentucky food, Kentucky Lake, LBL, The Hitching Post

Ch- Ch- Ch- Changes at the Hitching Post Old Country Store

May 25, 2009 by Joi Sigers 2 Comments

The Hitching Post & Old Country Store in Aurora Kentucky

You already know that I LOVE the Hitching Post Old Country Store in Aurora, Kentucky.  The owner and workers couldn’t be any friendlier, the store’s a complete delight to look around, I always return home with great finds – such as jewelry, candles (there’s a Hershey’s chocolate candle that’ll drop you to your knees), t-shirts, hats, toys, cookbooks, figurines, and so on and on.

I’ve also told you how much I love the jams, jellies, and sauces they sell in their store.  Deliciousness just looking for a mouth to happen in.  Now, get this:  They’ve stepped up their already yummy game and they’re nothing short of irresistible now.

The Hitching Post in Aurora Kentucky

My husband, our youngest daughter, and her boyfriend spent Saturday in the Land Between the Lakes region and…. OF COURSE… paid a visit to the Hitching Post Old Country Store.  The kids had even more fun looking around that we did. Okay, well almost.  Things looked better than ever.  The porch is so pretty and decorated so charmingly that you almost hate to leave it.  However, you know full well that spectacular shopping awaits you inside, so through the doors you go!

They’ve added quite a bit to the store, so the whole experience was even sweeter than before.  Speaking of sweet – they now have homemade fudge available (pictured below).  That fact, alone, had me smiling ear to ear all day – with a mouthful of happy sweet teeth.  The fudge is remarkable, and I consider myself something of an expert.

We had the Tiger Butter Fudge this particular trip, but I have a date with the Peanut Butter fudge on my next trip.  Peanut Butter Fudge has always been my favorite, but the Tiger Butter fudge is putting up an admirable battle for that top spot.

Homemade Fudge at The Hitching Post in Aurora Kentucky

I’m thrilled that we can now enjoy homemade fudge in Aurora.  Both ends of the Land Between the Lakes are now deliciously covered with fudge (The Fudge Factory in Grand Rivers is the other, of course.).

As you can see from the picture above, as well as the ones below, there are countless goodies for kids of all ages.  Every single member of your family will have a ball and a half and the ridiculously warm and friendly owner and workers will treat you like a member of the family.  Kentucky style.

I  fell head over head in love with some Red Pepper Jelly they gave out as samples.  Loved it so much, I bought a jar to bring home with us.  It’s from Spring Valley Farms in Holland, Kentucky – and they know their stuff.  Their sample had the Red Pepper Jelly mixed in with cream cheese.  Oh. My. Gentle. God.  Delicious!  We promptly bought a jar of the Red Pepper Jelly and stopped by Kroger on the way home for some Cream Cheese and crackers.

It was so delicious I don’t even want to talk about it.

The Hitching Post in Aurora Kentucky

There are plans for the historically delightful general store next to The Hitching Post’s Country Store.  Apparently they’ll soon feature work from local artists.  I can’t wait to see the art and crafts that’ll be included.  Can you even imagine how fantastic it’ll all be?!

More of the Hitching Post on Genuine Kentucky:

  • Step Back in Time at the Hitching Post and Country Store in Aurora, Ky.
  • Handsome Gentleman Hanging Out in the Hitching Post
  • Homemade Fudge at the Hitching Post!
  • Endless Kentucky Nostalgia at the Hitching Post in Aurora, Kentucky
  • Classic Sign on the Hitching Post’s Porch!
  • Delicious Kentucky Food at the Hitching Post
  • Hitching Post and Old Country Store: Antique Lover’s Paradise

Candy at The Hitching Post in Aurora Kentucky

Filed Under: Aurora, The Hitching Post Tagged With: Aurora Kentucky, Hitching Post

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