does it help with ice cube taste?
1147637
Hmm. I think I know what you're asking. When I lived with my ex husband our ice cubes would taste odd depending on what was in the freezer at any given time. I don't have this here at my new place, regardless of if I'm using the trays, this, or my icemaker. But I assume because the ice is formed in an enclosed, sealed state it would greatly cut down on intrusive odors.
1147638
I would say so. So far - my cubes have not had any odd taste at all - whether made the day before or weeks before. At one point I think I left it in there full of ice for about two months - and the only issue I had was that I had to use a butter knife to crack them apart inside the blue bucket when I finally did use them. But the taste was fine. Really must be the silicone. : ) I should add that I always fill it only with filtered water as well - not sure if that makes a difference...
1147639
I have NO idea because once I filled them up and froze them, none of us can open or take it apart, so it sits in my freezer and and i use it for an icepack!!! Cute idea but it does not work, never could use it as ice cubs.
1147640
Hi James -- yes, it does help with the taste... The only problem I've had is that I haven't (and still need to) actually wash it all *once in a while*, and 2) watch where I place the inner (blue) cup while I refill the cube part - (What it sits on may transfer whatever is there into the ice cubes), and 3) use *filtered* water! :-) I really like it. -Duane
1700027
Larry we have not used it to break up ice cubes. It puree's, blends, mixes, chops nuts and spices very well. We are very happy with the Bamix and would recommend it. Sorry I could not give you an answer on the ice cubes. Brian
367368
Have not used it for this purpose, but would suggest trying a small quantity of mini ice cubes, remember, this is a light duty blender.
1940304
If I put it in the fridge filled with ice cubes overnight, it does a pretty good job. Because I drink the cold stuff within a couple of hours I'm not sure how LONG it works. When I drink the contents and refill it right away with water and let it sit for awhile, the water is usually colder than it was going in. Good luck. Its a great item either way.
1464631
I haven't try that, I am using for clear ice for the scotch only! and its a great looking large cube.
837980
Taking it straight isn't palatable. My spouse thinks it's "ok", but I can't hack the "after taste". However if I put it inside a drink of some sort, I cannot discern a taste...or there's a change so small that it does not affect the pleasure of the beverage.
1133105
Since I have no use for ice cubes I have no experience to draw from. I can say this about the water from my Aquasana filter. If I let it stand overnight it is crystal clear the following day and my well water is very hard.
2031845
No, but it does help to make it creamier and more like ice cream. For example, if you just use berries you will get sorbet.
2123772
sorry have not tried it with ice. However it blends everything else well. simple and compact, love it on the go.
2010010
I do it all the time and don't notice much difference (if any) in the taste. Good luck.
211267
I have had this tray for a few years and have never had any taste in the cubes. I do use Spring water to fill the trays. I do not use tap water. It is a little challenging removing the cubes,however, once you get the hang of successfully removing the cubes, it is a great tray. Stainless steel is the only way to go!
1313984
It does if you use filtered water but the cubes will only be as clear as the water you put in it
290068
Yes, however, I have this in my house in Ecuador and the ice cubes are very small, I don't know how this would work on large cubes.
1513295
I haven't found it to improve the taste of the water but I've only had it for two months or so. We filter our water because our city water tastes pretty bad .
239948
Honestly I'm not sure. I live in vegas so haven't had that experience with ice here. But im sure it will just make it softer which might help
1027046
We have not tried ice cubes, but doubt it would work the best. It comes with 3 plastic lidded containers that are the perfect size. We freeze and pop them out into a zip lock bag and freeze more so we have more than 3 ready when we want to make them. So ice cubes was never needed. Hope it helps.
1018746
I've been using it for about a month and haven't noticed a change in taste. Although I'm also no water connoisseur. If. It only occurs while in your fridge, possible it's due to other food odors.