Guide · Ice Dynamics

Why does more ice mean less dilution?

More ice means less dilution. A full load of ice keeps the temperature low, so the cubes don't melt quickly and water down the drink.

Drinks that use this technique

  • Red Mimosa
  • Wine Sour
  • Tinto de Verano (and Calimocho / Pé Sujo)
  • Wine & Tonic
  • Brazuka Sour
  • Caiperol
  • Caipivinho
  • Coconut Caipirinha
  • Cinnamon Caipiroska
  • Coffee Caipirinha
  • Bramble
  • Raspberry Moscow Mule