Let’s face it, no one wants a cup full of ice cubes melting so rapidly your deliciously crafted cocktail now turn into watery slush and looses its punchy taste, not to mention your good name!
So what is the remedy to stop your ice cubes melting in the summer sun & keep your drinks flowing with icy goodness? Check out these top 5 tips to have long-lasting ice on tap.
- First you need a cooler, if you can get a light colour instead of a dark colour, you’re off to a great start. If you’re using the cooler outside in the hot sun, a light colour cooler will absorb less heat and be sure to keep it in a shaded area for even longer cooler temperatures.
- insulate the bottom of your cooler before the ice goes in by using a towel, make sure to use one that does not shed fluffy bits onto your ice. This keeps cold air in and warm air out.
- also layer your cooler with ice packs before putting in your ice cubes for even more cold protection.
- Use different sizes of ice. Large blocks will melt slower so use these at the bottom, use ice chips and ice cubes so you have choice and less air pockets to melt your ice.
- If making the ice cubes yourself, try using distilled water instead of tap water, distilled water takes longer to melt as it has no impurities. Keep topping up your ice so you have the lowest temperature possible to avoid the other ice melting. Be sure to get a cooler with a lid, and it’s always closed properly after use.
So there you have it folks, you will throw the coolest party with the coldest ice all night long. If you have a top tip, please share it in the comments or on our socials #rumora