Whiskey Stones: Instructions for Use

To begin with, what is the purpose of a whisky stone?

Whiskey stones are small stone ice cubes, but not just any stone. The rocks that make up these famous whiskey stones possess more interesting thermal properties than the vast majority of minerals. Specifically , whiskey stones absorb cold more easily and then diffuse it more readily than other stones. That's why they're also used to chill drinks!

How to use whisky stones

Using a whisky stone is even simpler than using ice cubes. Just place your stones in the freezer for about four hours (or more), and when you take them out, they'll be perfectly chilled! Then simply add them to your cocktail or whisky and enjoy your chilled drink without dilution!

Whiskey stone made of soapstone or granite?

Soapstone and granite are the two rocks used to create whisky stones, so what's the difference between them? Soapstone, also called steatite , was already used by the Vikings for its thermal properties. It's the one most commonly used to make whisky stones.

More recently, granite has begun to be used for making whisky stones, as it also has interesting properties. Granite is used because the density of soapstone has proven to be problematic, as it tends to dissolve in alcohol!

Even more refreshing than whisky stones

To be perfectly honest, whiskey stones do a great job of chilling drinks , but they 're still slower than ice cubes. If you want to prepare your drinks in a snap, then you'll be interested in our cocktail glasses ! They preserve all the aromas and flavors of your drink while keeping it chilled very quickly.

If you prefer the Old School style of whiskey stones, don't worry, they do the job very well too, just taking a little longer!

And should you wash your whisky stones?

It's best to wash your whisky stones from time to time, and it's very easy! The method we recommend is to pour two parts water to one part vodka (not necessarily your best!) into a glass . Then simply add the stones to the mixture and leave them for a few hours, stirring occasionally. Dry them with a towel before putting them back in the freezer. And there you have it, your stones are ready to go back into your glass of whisky!

Now you know everything about Whiskey Stones, so enjoy them and savor your best cocktails!