# Slanted Drink Chillers The Whiskey Wedge Ensures Your Beverage Gets Colder But Not Watered Down By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2014-10-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whiskey-wedge References: [thegreenhead](http://www.thegreenhead.com/2014/09/whiskey-wedge.php) & [go.thegreenhead](http://go.thegreenhead.com/?id=13163x703919&xs=1&url=http://www.corkcicle.com&sref=http://www.thegreenhead.com/2014/09/whiskey-wedge.php) Having a nice spot of scotch or whiskey with regular ice is going to have it far too watered down before you can even finish the drink, which is something the Whiskey Wedge is looking to combat by offering connoisseurs an awesome new form of ice. The Whiskey Wedge ice form creates a triangular piece of ice that can then be slipped into an old fashioned glass to create a drink that will not only chill faster but not become watered down. Another awesome aspect of the Whiskey Wedge is the look it gives that [fine glass of scotch or whiskey](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/awaz-glasses); the split level display is indeed perfect for straight spirits, but imagine using it for [speciality shots or drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/24-ices-frozen-cocktails) to deliver something that guests are no doubt sure to be impressed by. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/kitchen) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Custom Ice Shapes:** Opportunity for businesses to create unique and innovative ice shapes for various beverages. - **Anti-dilution Solutions:** Opportunity to develop products or methods that prevent beverages from becoming watered down. - **Aesthetic Drinkware:** Opportunity for the design and production of visually appealing glassware for alcoholic beverages. ### Who This Affects Most - **Beverage Accessories:** Innovative companies can explore creating new accessories to enhance the drinking experience, such as specialized ice molds. - **Barware:** Opportunity for businesses to develop unique glassware and bar tools that enhance the aesthetics and functionality of drinks. - **Hospitality and Event Services:** Businesses can offer customized drink presentations and experiences, incorporating visually impressive drinkware like the Whiskey Wedge. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Five-Sided Unique Whiskey Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-whiskey-glass.md) - [Cooling Beer Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beercubes1.md) - [Star-Shaped Ice Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-shaped-ice-cubes.md) - [Cuttting-Edge Sphere Ice Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sphere-ice-makers.md) - [Stylish Ice Molds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocktail-ice-sets.md) - [Rapid-Chilling Beverage Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-drink-cooler.md) - [Quick Can-Cooling Kitchen Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-minute-beverage-chiller.md) - [Dedicated Craft Cocktail Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-cocktail-glass.md) - [Eco-Friendly Ice Straw Molds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-straw.md)