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Have you ever encountered a drink where the ice cubes are little bullets? Those perfectly formed tiny ice bullets? They’re produced by a speciality machine aptly named a bullet ice machine. These machines are actually really neat – they make ice that is the perfect size and shape for your drink.
How does a bullet ice maker work? Then the machine flips the mold over and drops the ice bullets into a bin below. This produces ice that is round and smooth — ideal for keeping your drink cold without melting too quickly.

If you drink a soda or juice with ice bullets in it, that’s what you’re doing. They’re ice-cold for ages, so your drink doesn’t get watered down. And, let’s be real, the ice bullets are cool to chew, if you’re an ice-chewer. It’s a must-have if you like your favorite drinks!

Bullet ice machines will vary in size. Some are for your kitchen’s smaller needs, while others are large beasts that can produce hundreds of ice bullets a day for a busy bar or restaurant. Various machines even have special filters that ensure the ice is clean and safe to eat.

If you’ve ever been to a bar or a restaurant where drinks are packed with ice bullets, you will understand just how cool they look and how good they make your drink taste. A good bullet ice machine can make your bar stand from the other bars and let your customers have a better experience. And with ice bullets, every drink can be served at the ideal temperature.