How Can You Do with an Ice Mold? February 28, 2012 at 3:00 am
Ice ball molds are becoming really popular today because of the revolutionary ways it can cool beverages and its cute shape. When it comes to ice ball mold, one of the popular brands is Taisin ice mold. Taisin is a Japanese company popular for their ice mold products and devices. They acquired the patent for the ice ball machines in Japan in 2004. They also sold more than 5,000 units of ice ball machines worldwide. Aside from the popular Taisin ice mold that shapes ice into balls, there are also Taisin ice molders that can shape ice into soccer balls, diamonds, ice dishes and other unconventional shapes.

Ice balls are now very popular due to the fact that they do not melt easier than ice cubes or other ice shapes. Ice balls melt slower due to the smaller surface area. With slower melting property, ice balls can effectively cool beverages without diluting or watering down the drink. Some people tend to throw the remaining amounts of their drinks because the ice has diluted the drink. With ice balls, you can now enjoy your favorite juices, liquors and beverages up to the last drop with the same fresh, undiluted taste.
Ice ball molds are made of aluminum and are available in various sizes. It does not require electricity and can shape 30 to 40 ice balls in an hour. Shaping ice is quite easy using an ice ball maker. All you have to do is place the ice in the middle of the ice ball maker then push the top part until the two parts touch. Pull the upper body of the ice ball maker and click the release lever to push the shaped ice up. Some Taisin ice ball makers come with an ice block maker so you can easily shape ice into balls using a properly shaped ice block.
Reference : http://www.taisin-ss.co.jp/icemold/english/