--- product_id: 456655989 title: "TINANA Clear Ice Ball Maker, 2.5” Clear Ice Cube Tray Make 1 Large Sphere Ice Balls for Whiskey, Cocktails & Bourbon, Gifts for Men" brand: "tinana" price: "£22.55" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Tinana" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/456655989-tinana-clear-ice-ball-maker-2-5-clear-ice-cube store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Crystal-clear, nearly invisible ice Durable premium silicone mold 2.5-inch slow-melt sphere TINANA Clear Ice Ball Maker, 2.5” Clear Ice Cube Tray Make 1 Large Sphere Ice Balls for Whiskey, Cocktails & Bourbon, Gifts for Men **Brand:** tinana **Price:** £22.55 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🧊 Chill in Style with Every Sip — Because Your Drink Deserves the Best ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** TINANA Clear Ice Ball Maker, 2.5” Clear Ice Cube Tray Make 1 Large Sphere Ice Balls for Whiskey, Cocktails & Bourbon, Gifts for Men by tinana - **How much does it cost?** £22.55 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/456655989-tinana-clear-ice-ball-maker-2-5-clear-ice-cube) ## Best For - tinana enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted tinana brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Effortless Ice Artistry:** Simple fill-freeze-release process delivers perfect spheres every 36 hours. - • **Elevate Your Drink Game:** Large 2.5” ice spheres chill without watering down your whiskey or cocktails. - • **Party-Ready & Gift-Worthy:** Ideal for sophisticated gatherings or as a stylish gift for the discerning drinker. - • **Built to Last & Easy to Clean:** Premium non-stick silicone ensures durability and hassle-free ice removal. - • **Crystal Clarity, Zero Compromise:** Enjoy visually stunning, ultra-clear ice balls that impress at every sip. ## Overview The TINANA Clear Ice Ball Maker crafts large 2.5-inch crystal-clear ice spheres that melt slower than regular cubes, preserving the flavor and chill of your whiskey, cocktails, and bourbon. Made from premium silicone, this durable, easy-to-use mold produces visually stunning ice balls that fit standard rocks glasses, perfect for elevating your drink experience or gifting to cocktail aficionados. ## Description Online Shopping for Kitchen Utensils & Gadgets from a great selection at everyday low prices. Free 2-day Shipping with desertcart Prime. Review: Tinana & Berlinzo Ice Sphere Makers Review - The Tinana and Berlinzo are essentially the same ice maker with two different labels. But there are some differences between the two, and to my mind, they do not favor the nearly twice as expensive Berlinzo: 1. Physically, they are 98% identical. The only physical difference between these is that the Berlinzo is sheathed in a hard plastic outer casing with a satin black finish and some small, but nice, graphics. Between the two, this gives the Berlinzo a more “formal” and “classy” appearance. Seriously, it looks nice. If that matters to you, while it sits in your freezer, then it’s your ice maker of choice. Or, perhaps you want to give one of these as a gift; the Berlinzo does look nicer. [FWIW, their exterior shipping boxes are both nice, but to my mind, the Tinana is nicer in its simplicity.] Other than the Berlinzo’s outer shell, they are identical, and their parts are interchangeable. However, I think this outer shell contributes to difference #2. 2. Per their instructions, the Tinana should be allowed to freeze for 30 hours, while the Berlinzo requires 40-48. If you’re on any kind of clock, that’s significant. Other than the thin satin plastic shell on the Berlinzo, I can think of no reason why the two devices should have such significantly different freezing times. Interestingly, the Berlinzo instructions specifically state that you should not freeze it for more than 50 hours, else there is a risk of cracking the shell. That strikes me as a disadvantage, or at least a risk of disadvantage. I found the freezing times for both devices accurate. 3. The Berlinzo comes with a nice plastic bag in which to store your spheres. Unfortunately, it’s not really big enough to hold more than one batch at a time. Ziplock is your friend here. 4. In all other respects, the two devices produce identical, almost entirely clear ice spheres when you follow the instructed times for freezing. And if you don’t, they also perform similarly. Pulling either device out of the freezer six hours ahead of time will reveal a not-fully-frozen base, and partially formed (about 75%) spheres. Also, if you decide to use warm or even hot water to slow the freezing process further, you’ll need to adjust your freezing time accordingly. I do, and have found an additional six hours (for a total of 36) in the Tinana works well, while the Berlinzo requires its full 48. 5. The spheres from both devices also benefit from tempering. Without tempering, they didn’t always crack, but they did sometimes. And with tempering, none of the spheres cracked when room temperature whiskey was poured on them. Most people recommend five minutes for tempering, and that makes sense if the spheres are kept in an ice bucket or bowl. I found that when placed in individual glasses, 2-3 minutes seemed sufficient to avoid cracking. YMMV. I have attached pics showing the spheres side-by-side. They are indistinguishable. I also did a 90-minute melting test, with images taken at 00:00, 00:30, 01:00, and 01:30, with a sphere from each maker in a glass containing 2 ounces of water. Granted, water and booze are not the same thing, and holding a glass will speed the ice melting process. But all I wanted to do was compare how a sphere from each maker would perform in the same environment. Short answer: they melted identically. And that’s no surprise since they are almost identical in their construction, and entirely identical in their method. For me, the performance of both the Berlinzo and the Tinana are 5 stars, with the Berlinzo docked one star for value and the additional 10-18 hours of freezing time. With respect to some of the less positive reviews: 1. Yes, it’s difficult to remove the rubber molds from the freezing box. It gets easier after first use, but they’re tight for a reason. I’m older, and my finger strength isn’t what it used to be, but I managed to get everything apart. 2. It’s not difficult to fill the container or to get the molds topped up. A gooseneck kettle is handy for topping off. 3. There is occasionally a little bit of excess ice around the seams (see pics), but it comes off easily. 4. Depending on your water minerality, you may find you get better results by boiling the water first, filtering it with a real filter (Brita doesn’t cut it), etc. Distilled or RO/DI water doesn’t always produce more clarity. The people who make the OnTheRocks version of this (I use their box for cubes) have some videos with recommendations for “fine-tuning” your ice. We have off-the-charts hard water in our house, and a whole house softener that reduces, but does not eliminate, the hardness. The tap water produced quite acceptable ice spheres. 5. With respect to water “wastage,” don’t rinse that ice block down the drain. Let it thaw and use it to water plants or pets or whatever. It’s perfectly clean water. It’s only waste if you waste it. Don’t throw it away! Review: Clear Ice Balls - Best to get them out after 24 hours. Much easier that way. Otherwise the bottom freezes solid and is work to remove or a long wait for it to melt. Also, let the new ice balls sit for a minute or two in your glass so they acclimate to the room temperature. Will help minimize cracking. ## Features - [MAKE CRYSTAL CLEAR ICE BALLS]: Ice balls made by TINANA ice sphere maker are really cool! Ice form makes large whisky ice balls. Clear ice block come out ridiculously clear, smooth and nearly invisible spheres of ice. It's nice to cool down the drink without diluting it. Refreshing chilled beverage with beautiful solid craft ice. - [SLOWER MELTING 2.5” ICES]: 2.5inch big ice sphere melts slower than regular ice cubes to keep your drinks cool. Great clarity of ice definitely takes your drinks up a notch. Transparent spherical ice ball fits for standard rocks glasses, regular bourbon rocks and other glasses. Amazing gadget for the various parties and Christmas celebrations. - [EASY TO USE]: Clear ice kit really does make crystal clear ice balls that is almost flavorless! Fill it with water, put it in the freezer for 30-36 hours, then pull out the tray and there they are! Is that too long? No, it's worth it to have big ice cubes for whiskey on weekend! - [GREAT ADDITION FOR YOUR FAVORITE BEVERAGES]: Round ice cube maker works great to make large clear circle ice which is perfect for whiskey drinks, cocktail, wine, brandy, scotch and other delicacies. Guests would be impressed at how slowly they melted yet chilled the beverages! Really a perfect gift for a scotch-drinking friend to dress up his drinks. - [DURABLE,TOP QUALITY]: Made of premium silicone for perfect performance, convenience and durability. Non-stick design allows you release the ice balls easily. We are confident in quality of our large ice cube trays. For any further support, please feel free to contact us. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B09Y5MD6SL | | Best Sellers Rank | #19,240 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #176 in Ice Cube Molds & Trays | | Brand Name | TINANA | | Color | Black | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,397) | | Is the item dishwasher safe? | Yes | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 5.3"L x 4.2"W x 6.2"H | | Item Weight | 0.56 Kilograms | | Material Type | Silicone | | Number of Items | 1 | | Shape | Round | | Size | Large | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** TINANA - **Color:** Black - **Item Weight:** 0.56 Kilograms - **Material:** Silicone - **Shape:** Round ## Images ![TINANA Clear Ice Ball Maker, 2.5” Clear Ice Cube Tray Make 1 Large Sphere Ice Balls for Whiskey, Cocktails & Bourbon, Gifts for Men - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51S96P9-99L.jpg) ![TINANA Clear Ice Ball Maker, 2.5” Clear Ice Cube Tray Make 1 Large Sphere Ice Balls for Whiskey, Cocktails & Bourbon, Gifts for Men - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61bTbj3D-TL.jpg) ![TINANA Clear Ice Ball Maker, 2.5” Clear Ice Cube Tray Make 1 Large Sphere Ice Balls for Whiskey, Cocktails & Bourbon, Gifts for Men - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51ymkEVrfhL.jpg) ![TINANA Clear Ice Ball Maker, 2.5” Clear Ice Cube Tray Make 1 Large Sphere Ice Balls for Whiskey, Cocktails & Bourbon, Gifts for Men - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61iyyRx-lpL.jpg) ![TINANA Clear Ice Ball Maker, 2.5” Clear Ice Cube Tray Make 1 Large Sphere Ice Balls for Whiskey, Cocktails & Bourbon, Gifts for Men - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61vUB50Pm6L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Tinana & Berlinzo Ice Sphere Makers Review *by C***C on April 1, 2023* The Tinana and Berlinzo are essentially the same ice maker with two different labels. But there are some differences between the two, and to my mind, they do not favor the nearly twice as expensive Berlinzo: 1. Physically, they are 98% identical. The only physical difference between these is that the Berlinzo is sheathed in a hard plastic outer casing with a satin black finish and some small, but nice, graphics. Between the two, this gives the Berlinzo a more “formal” and “classy” appearance. Seriously, it looks nice. If that matters to you, while it sits in your freezer, then it’s your ice maker of choice. Or, perhaps you want to give one of these as a gift; the Berlinzo does look nicer. [FWIW, their exterior shipping boxes are both nice, but to my mind, the Tinana is nicer in its simplicity.] Other than the Berlinzo’s outer shell, they are identical, and their parts are interchangeable. However, I think this outer shell contributes to difference #2. 2. Per their instructions, the Tinana should be allowed to freeze for 30 hours, while the Berlinzo requires 40-48. If you’re on any kind of clock, that’s significant. Other than the thin satin plastic shell on the Berlinzo, I can think of no reason why the two devices should have such significantly different freezing times. Interestingly, the Berlinzo instructions specifically state that you should not freeze it for more than 50 hours, else there is a risk of cracking the shell. That strikes me as a disadvantage, or at least a risk of disadvantage. I found the freezing times for both devices accurate. 3. The Berlinzo comes with a nice plastic bag in which to store your spheres. Unfortunately, it’s not really big enough to hold more than one batch at a time. Ziplock is your friend here. 4. In all other respects, the two devices produce identical, almost entirely clear ice spheres when you follow the instructed times for freezing. And if you don’t, they also perform similarly. Pulling either device out of the freezer six hours ahead of time will reveal a not-fully-frozen base, and partially formed (about 75%) spheres. Also, if you decide to use warm or even hot water to slow the freezing process further, you’ll need to adjust your freezing time accordingly. I do, and have found an additional six hours (for a total of 36) in the Tinana works well, while the Berlinzo requires its full 48. 5. The spheres from both devices also benefit from tempering. Without tempering, they didn’t always crack, but they did sometimes. And with tempering, none of the spheres cracked when room temperature whiskey was poured on them. Most people recommend five minutes for tempering, and that makes sense if the spheres are kept in an ice bucket or bowl. I found that when placed in individual glasses, 2-3 minutes seemed sufficient to avoid cracking. YMMV. I have attached pics showing the spheres side-by-side. They are indistinguishable. I also did a 90-minute melting test, with images taken at 00:00, 00:30, 01:00, and 01:30, with a sphere from each maker in a glass containing 2 ounces of water. Granted, water and booze are not the same thing, and holding a glass will speed the ice melting process. But all I wanted to do was compare how a sphere from each maker would perform in the same environment. Short answer: they melted identically. And that’s no surprise since they are almost identical in their construction, and entirely identical in their method. For me, the performance of both the Berlinzo and the Tinana are 5 stars, with the Berlinzo docked one star for value and the additional 10-18 hours of freezing time. With respect to some of the less positive reviews: 1. Yes, it’s difficult to remove the rubber molds from the freezing box. It gets easier after first use, but they’re tight for a reason. I’m older, and my finger strength isn’t what it used to be, but I managed to get everything apart. 2. It’s not difficult to fill the container or to get the molds topped up. A gooseneck kettle is handy for topping off. 3. There is occasionally a little bit of excess ice around the seams (see pics), but it comes off easily. 4. Depending on your water minerality, you may find you get better results by boiling the water first, filtering it with a real filter (Brita doesn’t cut it), etc. Distilled or RO/DI water doesn’t always produce more clarity. The people who make the OnTheRocks version of this (I use their box for cubes) have some videos with recommendations for “fine-tuning” your ice. We have off-the-charts hard water in our house, and a whole house softener that reduces, but does not eliminate, the hardness. The tap water produced quite acceptable ice spheres. 5. With respect to water “wastage,” don’t rinse that ice block down the drain. Let it thaw and use it to water plants or pets or whatever. It’s perfectly clean water. It’s only waste if you waste it. Don’t throw it away! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Clear Ice Balls *by R***B on March 28, 2026* Best to get them out after 24 hours. Much easier that way. Otherwise the bottom freezes solid and is work to remove or a long wait for it to melt. Also, let the new ice balls sit for a minute or two in your glass so they acclimate to the room temperature. Will help minimize cracking. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ So fun and pretty *by V***R on March 1, 2026* These rose ice cubes are so awesome looking! The molds are super easy to use and create beautifully clear ice cubes. I get so many compliments on them. Just fill as directed and wait about 24 hours before demolding. The ice reservoir is necessary to create the clear ice. For those who think they're wasting water, use it to water plants or, like I do, save it for your ice chest. I need to buy another to keep up with our demand. ## Frequently Bought Together - TINANA Clear Ice Ball Maker, 2.5” Clear Ice Cube Tray Make 1 Large Sphere Ice Balls, Crystal Clear Ice Cube Maker for Whiskey, Cocktails & Bourbon, Gifts for Men - Berlinzo Reusable Ice Storage Bag - Freezer Safe, Leakproof, BPA-Free Silicone, Plastic-Free Lunch Bag for Ice and Food Storage - One Ice Storage Bag --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/456655989-tinana-clear-ice-ball-maker-2-5-clear-ice-cube](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/456655989-tinana-clear-ice-ball-maker-2-5-clear-ice-cube) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-17*