Bar De Vie is Designed to Operate Entirely Without Ice in Drinks
Laura McQuarrie — May 23, 2025 — Lifestyle
References: devie.bar & punchdrink
After launching Comptoir De Vie, a Paris restaurant with a fine dining menu and cocktail pairings to match, Alex Francis and Barney O’Kane are now planning to open the doors to Bar De Vie, a concept serving classic cocktails with seasonal twists—and no ice. The bar will exclusively use French spirits and in place of ice, it will employ service materials and glassware designed to stay chilled for as long as possible.
Although co-owner Francis admits that this approach is extreme and clear ice or ice doesn't need to be removed from bars in general, he told Punch, "We did it for a lot of different reasons. The main one is just that ice is such a waste. It’s literally just stuff that goes in the sink, and then you’re turning on hot water to melt it."
Although co-owner Francis admits that this approach is extreme and clear ice or ice doesn't need to be removed from bars in general, he told Punch, "We did it for a lot of different reasons. The main one is just that ice is such a waste. It’s literally just stuff that goes in the sink, and then you’re turning on hot water to melt it."
Trend Themes
1. Ice-free Drinks - Eliminating ice from cocktail recipes challenges traditional drink preparation methods and reduces water waste.
2. Sustainable Barware - Glassware designed to retain chill offers an eco-friendly alternative to the overuse of natural resources in cocktail bars.
3. Seasonal Cocktail Ingredients - Incorporating seasonally inspired twists in cocktails fosters a dynamic menu that boasts sustainability and local sourcing.
Industry Implications
1. Hospitality - The hospitality industry can benefit from innovative concepts that prioritize sustainability and reduce resource waste, such as ice-free cocktail bars.
2. Bar Equipment Manufacturing - There is a burgeoning opportunity for bar equipment manufacturers to develop advanced technologies for chilling drinks without ice.
3. Beverage Production - Beverage producers can explore creating specially crafted spirits that complement the taste and presentation of non-iced cocktails.
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