Founded in Amman, Jordan, Aghati Sweets & Ice Cream Co. L.T.D. is a leading manufacturer and retailer of premium Arabic sweets, ice cream, and traditional desserts. With deep roots in Levantine culinary traditions, the company has grown to become a regional and international benchmark for quality and authenticity in Middle Eastern confectionery.
Core Business
Aghati operates as a vertically integrated producer, exporter, and retailer of traditional Arab desserts and modern sweets. The company’s operations encompass:
Barazq & Ghraibeh: Delicate butter cookies and sesame-coated pastries
Turkish Delights
Halqoum: With pistachio, rosewater, orange
Turkish Baklava: Layered filo and syrup desserts with nuts
Cakes & Patisserie
Custom-designed cakes
Celebration and wedding cakes
Fusion desserts combining Arabic and European styles
Ice Cream
Arabian Ice Cream: Mastic-based traditional styles
Italian Gelato: Premium milk-based and fruit-based offerings
Frozen Products
Knafeh Dough
Qatayef Pastry
Nabulsiya Cheese
All products are made using high-grade ingredients, and are available for both retail and B2B distribution. The company offers bespoke packaging and private label solutions for exporters and corporate clients.
Specialisation and Core USP
Aghati’s distinctiveness lies in its ability to combine heritage-based recipes with modern production capabilities, offering:
Handcrafted sweets using traditional methods
Authentic Levantine and Ottoman dessert flavors
High-end presentation and gift packaging options
Tailored private-label and export-ready production
Their central production is HACCP certified and features semi-automated production lines, allowing for scalability without compromising on authenticity.
Financial Strength
Though a privately held company, Aghati has demonstrated consistent growth by:
Expanding its retail footprint in Jordan and GCC countries
Establishing premium product positioning across local and international markets
Investing in modern production and cold chain logistics
The company’s premium pricing, high repeat business, and growing export partnerships are indicators of financial sustainability and growth trajectory.
Export and Shipment Record
Based on export intelligence sources such as Volza and ImportYeti, Aghati actively exports to:
Saudi Arabia
United Arab Emirates
Qatar
Kuwait
Oman
United Kingdom
United States (ethnic retail segment)
Products shipped include baklava gift boxes, frozen kunafa, maamoul, and Arabic sweets assortments. The company processes 50–70 export consignments annually, typically aligned with Ramadan, Eid, and festive retail cycles.
Target Markets
Aghati targets:
Retail and gourmet food chains
Hotels and catering businesses
Duty-free outlets and airport retailers
Ethnic and premium food distributors
Corporate gifting and private label brands
The premium nature of its offerings aligns well with festive, hospitality, and expatriate markets in the Middle East and Western countries.
Capabilities
Aghati’s manufacturing and operational infrastructure includes:
Modern confectionery lines with ISO-compliant process controls
Cold chain logistics for frozen and chilled products
Custom branding and packaging services
Multilingual labeling for exports
Dedicated R&D and flavor innovation unit
The facility can handle both high-volume B2B orders and boutique gift box production, making it uniquely versatile.
Certifications and Compliance
Aghati ensures compliance with:
HACCP Food Safety Standards
Jordan Food and Drug Administration (JFDA)
GCC health and packaging regulations
Halal certification
Export documentation and barcoding systems
Their in-house QA team monitors quality from raw material sourcing to final packaging.
Customer Testimonials
“We source Aghati’s frozen kunafa and maamoul regularly—they are a staple for our Ramadan retail season.”
– Premium Food Distributor, Dubai
“Aghati sweets are the definition of Middle Eastern hospitality—flavorful, beautiful, and consistently delivered.”
– Executive Chef, 5-Star Hotel Chain, Qatar
Major Achievements
Recognized as one of Jordan’s top artisanal sweets producers
Expanded into multiple GCC retail markets with customized packaging
Partnered with leading hospitality and airline catering firms
Developed a premium gifting line for Eid and festive occasions
Launched a successful private-label manufacturing program with regional and international brands
With a fusion of tradition, flavor, and premium quality, Aghati Sweets & Ice Cream Co. continues to elevate Levantine desserts into global gourmet experiences.