# Natural Quartz Ice Cubes These Smokey Quartz Whiskey Stones Look like Real Ice with Smoke Within By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-09-20 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whiskey-stone References: [thegreenhead](http://www.thegreenhead.com/2016/09/smokey-quartz-whiskey-chillers.php) & [uncommongoods](http://www.uncommongoods.com/product/smokey-quartz-whiskey-chillers-set-of-6) The [Smokey](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smokin-hot-honey-bbq) Quartz Whiskey Stones feature a natural aesthetic that makes them an exceptional choice for those that wish to cool down their libation without diluting it. Designed by Anna Rabinowicz, the stones are, as the name denotes, made from [chunks of real quartz](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skydiamond). This means that no two will be alike and range in color from having whispers of smoke, to being quite dark in shade. The stones can be utilized in a variety of different libations and drinks including [whiskey and scotch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chivas-regal-crystalgold), amongst many others. The Smokey Quartz Whiskey Stones come in sets of six and feature a velvet storage bag, which allows them to be kept together when stored in the freezer to have them always ready for use. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Natural Whiskey Stones:** Creating whiskey stones made from natural materials creates an opportunity for sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives in the beverage industry. - **Personalized Beverage Accessories:** Incorporating natural materials like different types of quartz or other stones to create personalized beverage accessories can provide a unique selling point in the market. - **Premium Beverage Experience:** Offering a premium beverage experience by providing alternative cooling methods instead of diluting drinks with ice, such as natural whiskey stones, can target a niche market of sophisticated consumers. ### Where This Applies - **Beverage:** The natural quartz ice cubes trend can disrupt the beverage industry by offering sustainable and customizable beverage accessories for consumers. - **Home Goods:** Home goods companies can incorporate natural materials and innovative designs to create premium beverage accessories and disrupt the industry. - **Gifts and Souvenirs:** The natural aesthetic and unique designs of the Smokey Quartz Whiskey Stones can provide an opportunity for gift and souvenir companies to offer personalized, high-quality products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Five-Sided Unique Whiskey Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-whiskey-glass.md) - [Libation-Cooling Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diamas.md) - [Stylish Ice Molds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocktail-ice-sets.md) - [Quartz Crystals-Charged Water](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palo-santo-water.md) - [Craft Coffee Ice Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffee-ice-cube.md) - [Cuttting-Edge Sphere Ice Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sphere-ice-makers.md) - [Elevating Cocktail Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spirits-with-smoke.md) - [Star-Shaped Ice Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-shaped-ice-cubes.md) - [Frozen Whiskey Pops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whiskey-pops.md)