Since these are designed as ice cube replacements, do they make your drink as cold as regular ice cubes? If not, how close are they?
1110809
They can be frozen like normal ice cubes with no ill effects. But for maximum cooling effect, it is recommended to mix in some regular ice as well.
1110810
They are not cold at all. In fact I don't think you are even supposed to put them in the freezer. They are for decorative purposes only:)
1110811
They are not as good as regular ice cubes, since there's a fairly thick layer of plastic insulating the inner frozen part from the drink. They are cold, but not real-ice cold. Also note that they're also a little bigger than a regular cube, so they don't fit in smaller glasses. But they're very cute!
1110812
No, they do not really work as ice cubes because they don't stay real cold. However, I have had many of these - they are SO MUCH FUN; especially for outdoor night events! They are so popular with my friends that I end up giving them away and buying more.
1110813
They are absolutely no good as ice cubes. But they do give a lovely glow to ladies' cocktails!
1355957
Yes, to both questions. They stay so cold oftentimes whatever is inside gets pretty icy. When I put room temperature liquid in it takes a few minutes to get it chilled but it eventually gets cold.
393011
I only use them for Moscow Mules so I can't really say. It does keep those very cold and adds a required taste element.
601248
They will get cold but will not start to freeze. It also depends on your cooler. Usually mine lasts for an hour but I have multiple sclerosis and put off alot of heat. If it's hot outside they will melt alot faster too. Your best way would be to freeze all that you have, and put them in the cooler and use them as needed.
383339
This is what was told to me when I purchased these and since then I have never had a problem. Make sure you leave the inserts in a deep freezer, your refrigerator freezer is often not cold enough. Also make sure your drinks are cold beforehand. We have slushes in 15 minutes.
709941
No. I keep the cubes in a plastic bag in the freezer. After I use them in a drink, I wash them off and refreeze them. I live in an apartment and could not move my refrig with ice maker in so this is a great space saving alternative.I use them all the time. I only keep an ice cube tray for ice for smoothies.
822156
yes. I already have. The ice packs seem to leak out over time and you are left with empty sections. I do not like that they seem fragile but I love the results of the product.
2036039
yep- not too badly either. I don't like setting the icemaker on my fridge door to crushed ice from cubes because the ice gets all jammed up in there. I use regular cubes in the bullet and it works fine. btw- I got an off brand bullet one time and it leaked all over the place. Magic Bullets won't last forever- they break too...but that is because you will use it so much. I often find the Magic Bullet cups at thrift stores too so you can get additional parts that way. I even got a new blade piece at Value Village last week! This is the first "As Seen on TV" product I would actually recommend.
1355955
I have never used them for beer, only soda. It makes warm drinks cold but it does takes a few minutes. If the drinks are already cold they get slushy in about the same amount of time.
1735111
they keep a drink cold for at least an hour if not more, havent really tried to time it.. They are awesome! i love these things :)
1306519
Lol. Not really. Not that big of a difference. Just a little colder. They do make the ones with Hot and cold options.
1355956
Yes & yes. I love thee glasses and the beverage stays cold for a good long time and even if the drink is warm, it will make it cold. I'm thinking of ordering another set. Best ones I've found for keeping liquids cold.
2135816
My experience has been, they last way over an hour. They definitely last longer than cubed ice and have been effective in keeping my cocktails stronger. The only thing I have noticed is carbonated beverages do make them melt a little bit faster, but the ice balls still last way longer than cubed ice. I even used them in a punch bowl outside and was very pleased.
33441
*They don't break as easily*The metal is cold when drinking a cold beverage... making it seem even colder
1314238
Yes they will but they are not made as well as the hydroflask accessories so will have an effect on the ability for items to stay cold.
2107789
They might be, pretty close if they aren't - They are narrow & very long. I bought 4 packs for my bf & he was very pleased, said they're really good. They came all the way from California to Missouri in a styrofoam container with ice packs & were still perfectly cold, despite me opting for the cheaper shipping option. I was a little worried before they came. Highly recommended!
417594
Standard rectangle ice cubes are too big. They MIGHT be able to fit the half circle/crescent shaped ice cubes but I've never tried.