March 8, 2022

How Does Ice Affect Your Whiskey?

Do you like to drink whiskey? Do you like ice in your whiskey? If you do, then you're probably wondering how ice affects your whiskey. In this blog post, we will discuss the effects of ice on whiskey and teach you how to use an ice press or ice ball press to get the most out of your drink!
A glass of whiskey with a clear ice ball inside
Image via Tim Knittel

Do you like to drink whiskey? Do you like ice in your whiskey? If you do, then you're probably wondering how ice affects your whiskey. In this blog post, we will discuss the effects of ice on whiskey and teach you how to use an ice press or ice ball press to get the most out of your drink!

When you add ice to whiskey, it dilutes the drink and causes the flavor to change. This is because ice absorbs some of the alcohol and flavors from the whiskey. The more ice you add, the more diluted your drink will become. In general, it's best to add just a small amount of ice to your whiskey in order to enjoy its full flavor. This article does a great job of diving into the science of how ice interacts with whiskey, and what that means in terms of your experience with that dram.

However, if you want to ice your whiskey more heavily, that's ok too. Just be aware that doing so will make the drink less flavorful. Additionally, ice can cause your whiskey to become cloudy.

If you want to get really fancy, you can use an ice ball press! An ice press allows you to create large blocks of ice that won't melt as quickly as smaller pieces of ice. This means that your drink will stay cold for longer and won't be as diluted. An ice ball press creates round balls of ice that are perfect for adding to whiskey. They melt slowly and don't water down your drink as much as regular ice cubes.

So, next time you're enjoying a glass of whiskey, try using an ice press to get the most out of your drink! You'll be glad you did.

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