FREE US SHIPPING ON ORDERS $98+

A Bar Above


Shop

  • Shop Bar Tools
    • Best Sellers
    • Great Gifts
    • Starter Sets
    • All Products
  • Learn
    • Mixology Courses
    • The Blog
    • Recipes
    • YouTube Channel
  • About
  • Wholesale
  • Shop Bar Tools
    • Best Sellers
    • Great Gifts
    • Starter Sets
    • All Products
  • Learn
    • Mixology Courses
    • The Blog
    • Recipes
    • YouTube Channel
  • About
  • Wholesale

Ice

Learn how ice affects cocktail dilution, temperature, texture, and presentation. Explore ice types, techniques, and their role in great drinks.

Crushed Ice Vs. Cracked Ice: What’s the Difference?

Crushed Ice Vs. Cracked Ice: What’s the Difference?

by Carrie Jean Lipe | Nov 4, 2023

Learn the difference between crushed ice and cracked ice, when to use each, and how they affect dilution, temperature, and cocktail presentation.

BEST-SELLING BARWARE

Preferred by the pros, made for everyone

BARTENDER FUNDAMENTALS

The elite online bartending course

LEARN

  • The Blog
  • The Podcast
  • Join Us!
A Bar Above

We believe great bartending is about hospitality and caring about your craft. We’re here to help our industry learn and grow through sharing what we learn and creating great craft bar tools. Our story.

Based in Carlsbad, California
Hello@ABarAbove.com
760-230-3304

About

  • Our Story
  • Cocktail Competitions
  • Mixology FAQs
  • The Community
  • Press
  • Affiliate Program
  • Accessibility Statement

More

  • Contact
  • Account
  • Shipping & Returns
  • Industry & Wholesale
  • Digital Gift Cards

Sign Up For Our Newsletter

Love cocktails? We’ve got you! Get nerdy cocktail tips, bar news, and VIP access to new products & discounts!

  • Follow
  • Follow
  • Follow
  • Follow
  • Follow

Copyright © 2013-2026 A Bar Above, All Rights Reserved Disclaimer, Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy