Peach Drip Mocktail

Tools You’ll Need:

• Rectangular silicone ice tray (or small food-safe plastic container)
• Mallet, clean hammer, or the back of a heavy knife
• Clean kitchen towel or zip-top bag
• Freezer space with a level surface

Method:

1. Freeze a clear block of ice:
   Fill your silicone mold or plastic container with filtered or boiled (then cooled) water to minimize cloudiness.
   Freeze for 12–24 hours until completely solid.
2. Remove and wrap:
   Pop the ice block out and wrap it in a clean towel or place in a heavy zip-top bag.
3. Crack with control:
   Using a mallet, the back of a knife, or a small hammer, apply firm but controlled pressure to crack the ice block diagonally into long, jagged shards—like broken glass but beautiful.
4. Select your shard:
   Pick the most sculptural shard for your drink—about 5 to 7 inches tall is visually striking for a Collins glass.
5. Trim if needed:
   Use a paring knife (carefully!) to shave or shape the base of the shard so it stands upright in the glass.
6. Store properly:
   If prepping ahead, place your best shards in an airtight container in the freezer with parchment between layers to avoid sticking.

Pro Tips:

• For ultra-clear ice, freeze slowly in an insulated cooler with the top open (the “directional freezing” method).
• Add rosewater or edible flower petals to the water before freezing for added drama.