It’s the summer season, and that means we will need plenty of ice cubes to beat the heat – but regular ice cubes are just so boring. With the amount of cool and creative ice cube trays available these days, why should you settle for some square option? You shouldn’t. That’s why we took the time to hunt down the top 22 coolest ice cube trays available. From Star Wars and superheroes all the way to ice cube shot glasses, we’ve got it all here. All that’s left to do is pour yourself a drink.
1. Skull Ice Cube
Designed by the team at Gama-Go, this food safe silicone constructed mold will let you create a massive skull ice cube that’s great for booze and punch bowls. [Purchase]
2. LEGO Ice Bricks Tray
Who says you shouldn’t play with your food? This ice try is perfect for all ages. Measuring in at 7 inches, the silicone tray lets you create 10 LEGO ice bricks at a time. [Purchase]
3. Shot Glass Ice Tray
Possibly the coolest offering on the list, this tray lets you create a shot glass made entirely of ice. Just fill it with water like any ordinary tray, and without hours you could be taking ice cold shots of your favorite alcohol. [Purchase]
4. AK-47 Bullet Ice Cube Tray
Now you can express your love for firearms without ruffling any feathers. This tray pumps out 10 harmless assault rifle bullets to let you serve up some deadly drinks. [Purchase]
5. Star Wars Death Star Ice Cube Maker
This 2.4″ mold will let you create a tiny, highly detailed replica of the Death Star from Star Wars. Death Star chocolates also sound pretty awesome. [Purchase]
6. King Cube Silicone Ice Cube Trays
Although we prefer our whisky neat, there are times when we do like to add a few ice cubes. Unfortunately most ice cubes are just too small causing them to melt quickly, watering down the flavor of the spirit. Williams Sonoma’s solution is to create massive 2 inch ice cubes that will last a hell of a lot longer due to the size and density. [Purchase]
7. Ice Screams Ice Tray
Designed to look just like Edvard Munch’s famous painting, this tray will create 12 ice cubes that are sure to cause a scream. They even come packaged in a nice recycle gift box. [Purchase]
8. BRRRR Polar Bear Ice Tray
Stepping outside of the box of your normal ice tray, this polar bear shaped tray is just as much function as it is form. Add water to the bear’s mouth, freeze, and crack. Thanks to the sealed design, your ice won’t become contaminated by anything else in the freezer. [Purchase]
9. Tovolo Ice Sphere Mold
We know all too well the benefits of using spheres in booze over standard ice cubes. The problem is that many ice sphere molds can cost you a pretty penny. Tovolo offers up a cheap way to craft 2.5 inch spheres, perfect for whiskey on the rocks. [Purchase]
10. Space Invaders Ice Tray
We love everything inspired by video games, and Space Invaders is a classic. It goes without saying that these 8 bit inspired trays are a must have for 80s fans. [Purchase]
11. Bone Chillers Ice Cube Tray
Who doesn’t love a good set of skull and crossbones? This pliable SBS plastic constructed tray serves up 8 cubes at a time, which includes 4 skulls and 4 crossbones allowing you mix and match. Great for Halloween parties. [Purchase]
12. Mustache Ice Cube Tray
You still can’t seem to go anywhere without seeing mustache decal stamped onto someone’s car, or drawn on someone’s finger, so why not add one to your drink? This quirky tray will craft a perfect mustache every time. [Purchase]
13. Stone Cold Easter Island Ice Tray
Easter Island inhabitants, the Moai human head carvings overlook the Pacific Ocean helping to protect the island. The team at Fred & Friends put together this ice tray that makes perfect replicas of these famous stone heads. [Purchase]
14. Spiked Ice Tray
Brining a whole new meaning to “spiked drinks,” this tray pumps out jagged spikes that’ll add a bit of edge to any concoction. [Purchase]
15. Handgun Ice Cube Tray
We already hooked you up with some nice assault rifle ammunition ice cubes, so what about ones shaped like a gun? This briefcase shaped tray has the ability to pump out 6 pistol shaped ice cubes. [Purchase]
16. Fossiliced Dinosaur Ice Cube Trays
As if a standard T-Rex ice tray wasn’t cool enough, this tray actually breaks the dinosaur’s skeleton up into multiple fossils. There are also other dinosaurs available, each of which come in different colors. [Purchase]
17. Quirky Cube Tube
Maybe convenience is the most important aspect to creating ice cubes? If so, this is the gadget for you. Fill the clear tube with water, slide the proprietary slider into the tube, freeze for a few hours, and pull the tab up top for easy ice cube serving. Creates 14 cubes at a time. [Purchase]
18. Porsche Design Ice Cube Tray
If you’re an automotive junkie like us, this is definitely the most drool worthy tray on the list. The tray features several different models from the Porsche range including a Cayman, Panamera, Cayenne, and of course 911’s. [Purchase]
19. Star Wars Han Solo in Carbonite Ice Cube Tray
The most famous scene from the Star Wars saga gets its own ice cube tray. Now you can freeze Han Solo in “carbonite” time and time again. Crafts 7 crystal clear Hans fit for delivery to Jabba the Hutt. [Purchase]
20. Abominable Ice Men Ice Tray
We’ve always had a bit of an obsession with yetis, and now you can breed them yourself with this ice tray. Throw the tray in the freezer, and out comes 6 ice men. [Purchase]
21. Hip Hopsicles Ice Cube Tray
The ultimate party started tray was created by the tam at Gama-Go. You’ve got everything you need from boomboxes and dollar signs to microphones and turntables. [Purchase]
22. Batman Superhero Ice Cube Tray
You didn’t think we could complete such a comprehensive list without including some comic book inspired awesomeness did you? This officially licensed DC Comics tray produces 12 Batman logos for the geek in all of us. [Purchase]
