How to Frost a Glass

Frosting a glass is a basic bar skill that turns a dive drink into a beverage with a little class. By following these easy steps, you will be able to frost a glass in no time at all.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Glass
• Ice

1. Chill the glass by sticking it in the refrigerator or freezer. The condensation in your refrigerator will adhere to the glass, causing frost to gather on the glass and keeping it cold longer. If you don’t have time or just want to frost a glass in a few seconds, try step number two.
2. Top off the glass with as much ice as it will hold and then add water to fill the glass.
3. Stir the ice water mixture until the glass gains some frost. Essentially, you are freezing the glass rapidly.
4. Dump out the ice water when you are ready to add the beverage to it. The glass will be very cold.
5. Add your preferred beverage and enjoy!

Tips & Warnings

• When using the ice and water method, do not wipe down the glass; a little water is better than a warm glass when it comes to drinks like martinis.
• Frosted glasses can be slippery due to the condensation, so be careful when handling them.
• Your fingers may also stick to frosted glasses that have been in the freezer for a long time and have a great deal of ice on them.