Ice Stamps: The Latest Trend in Cocktail Mixes
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| Ice Stamp Branding in various sizes and shapes |
Ice
stamps are the latest phenomenon making an impression in Hotels, Bars and
Cocktail Lounges around the world. Featured in Modern Luxury Weddings Magazine,
custom made ice stamps are an easy way for an establishment or an event to be
even more memorable.
An Ice Stamp is much like a Wax Seal Stamp, except for the
fact that the art is engraved in reverse so that the engraving is debossed into
the ice rather than embossed and raised as in wax. In addition, such an Ice stamp
needs to be engraved at twice the normal depth, in order to make a clear
impression.
Here's how you can add the ultimate personal touch to
your drinks with a custom designed ice stamp.
Start With The Perfect Ice
The
clearer the ice, the better the outcome! Typically, freezing regular tap water
will produce cloudy looking ice cubes. This will not show as clear as an
impression. A Two inch square, thick, clear ice cube will produce the
best result. Some Cocktail Lounges have special gadgets that will freeze the ice in a way that remove the
air bubbles that cause the cloudiness. Alternately you can try boiling
distilled water twice to produce decently clear ice at home.
Branding the Ice
Begin by
removing the ice from the freezer and let it sit for a few minutes. Keeping the
ice out at room temperature ensures
the ice won't crack when you press the stamp against its surface.
Next, simply press the
Ice Stamp firmly onto the surface of the ice and hold for 10 to 15 seconds. That's
all it takes. You can serve the branded ice or store for later uses. If you
plan to stamp more than one ice cube, we recommend you warm your Ice Stamp between
each ice piece. The brass stamp will get cooler with each stamp you make. You
can do this by keeping the stamp in warm/hot water between uses.
Lasting Impressions. It's What We Do.
At the end of the day,
the design in the ice will only last as long as the ice doesn't melt but it's
the smallest of details that make a difference in a presentation.
