For many single malt connoisseurs, ice can be both a Jekyll and a Hyde. It chills but it also dilutes the flavor of a treasured whiskey. For centuries, Scandinavians have solved this problem by using cold granite to chill drinks instead of ice. Teroforma has adopted and improved on that idea by using natural Vermont soapstone cut into small cubes and rounded so it won’t scratch your glass. Ready after a few hours in the freezer, these Whiskey Stones cool your drink without altering the flavor or aroma.

Milled from the oldest soapstone producer in the U.S., a set of 9 Whiskey Stones and a muslin storage bag sell for $20. Teroforma has also partnered with Slovenian craftsmen to hand make non-lead crystal tumblers that pair well with the stones. Two tumblers and 6 whisky stones come in a gift box for $60.

An intriguing conversation starter, the next time you serve a few cocktails to guests, add a few of these stones for a drink literally on the rocks.

This entry was posted on Wednesday, August 18th, 2010 at 1:20 pm and is filed under Drink.