Ice Crushers

Crushed Ice When You Need It

Ice crushers give you crushed ice on demand. You scoop cubes into the top, switch it on and take what you need from the front. Bars use them for cocktails.

Some kitchens use crushed ice for quick chilling. It’s faster than breaking cubes by hand. I’ve seen people try to crush ice with improvised tools before switching to a machine. They don’t go back.

These units work best when you feed them steady amounts. Too much at once slows them down.

The blades stay sharp if you clean around them and keep the ice free from debris. Wiping the front panel becomes part of the daily routine.

Where Ice Crushers Help Most

• Bars with cocktail service.
• Prep areas that chill items fast.
• Sites that don’t want to store large amounts of crushed ice.

You get the texture when you need it.

Other Ice Equipment

Ice Machines →
For cube production through the day.

Ice Flakers →
Good for soft ice in displays.

Ice Water Dispensers →
For fast access to ice and chilled water.

Return to Ice Equipment →

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does crushed ice melt fast?
It melts quicker than cubes.

Do crushers need much cleaning?
A bit. You wipe the blades area and front often.

Are they loud?
They make some noise when running.

Do they work with any cube size?
Most standard sizes work fine.

Published by Ascot Wholesale, a supplier to the UK hospitality trade since 1995.