
Food Grade Dry Ice
Dry Ice 2.5kg is a versatile ingredient for both culinary and creative use, providing powerful chilling properties and a dramatic presentation effect. Made from food grade carbon dioxide, these 9mm pellets reach ultra low temperatures of -78°C and sublimate directly from solid to gas without leaving any residue. This makes them ideal for use in food and drink service, catering, and events. From smoking cocktails and mocktails to keeping dishes cold on serving platters, dry ice adds both function and flair.
Key Features:
- 2.5kg of food grade dry ice supplied in 9mm pellets.
- Supplied in insulated polystyrene packaging to minimise loss during delivery.
- Creates dramatic smoking effects for cocktails, mocktails, desserts, and buffet displays.
- Used in rapid freezing for smoother ice creams and sorbets.
- Sublimates without leaving residue or diluting liquids.
- Suitable for food service, catering events, parties, and theatrical presentations.
Usage Inspiration:
- Create a smoky effect for cocktails and mocktails using a safe chiller stick.
- Flash freeze ice cream or sorbet for a smooth, creamy finish.
- Present seafood, canapés, or desserts on a platter with dry ice mist for extra impact.
- Use for themed events such as Halloween parties for a safe, fog like atmosphere.
What is dry ice used for in food and drink?
Dry ice is commonly used to create smoke effects in cocktails and dishes, flash freeze desserts like ice cream, and keep food chilled at events without dilution.
How long does 2.5kg of dry ice last?
Dry ice typically lasts 3 to 4 days depending on storage. Keeping it sealed in its original polystyrene container in a cool place will maximise its lifespan.
Can you put dry ice directly into drinks?
No, dry ice should never be placed directly into drinks. Always use a safety device such as a cocktail stirrer or chiller stick to safely create the smoking effect.
For next-day delivery, please order before 2 pm.
Delivery Tuesday to Saturday only due to the life span of dry ice.
Saturday delivery charge of £19.95+vat. Please call customer support on 01359 272577 to confirm Saturday delivery.
⚠️ Important Safety Information:
- Dry ice is extremely cold (-80 degrees) and should be handled with care, use the gloves provided as necessary to help prevent frostbite burns.
- Never use industrial dry ice in drinks it may contain chemical, oils or other contaminants, even dry ice made from food grade CO2 may contain oils and contaminants as it is converted into dry ice. Use CS9.5 grade to be safe.
- Never put dry ice directly into drinks always use a safety containment device such as the Dry ICE cocktail stirrer.
- Only allow responsible sober adults to handle dry ice who have read the safety guidelines.
- Storing and Using Dry Ice - Always keep dry ice in the polystyrene box supplied.
- Always replace the lid after use.
- Always store the dry ice box in a cool place out of direct sunlight.
- You can store the dry ice box in a domestic fridge or freezer.
- Do NOT store in a walk in refrigerator or freezer.
- Never transport in a vehicle without having a continuous supply of fresh air.
- Do not open until you are ready to use the dry ice – this will reduce its life span.
- When handling the dry ice, put two of the supplied gloves on one hand; use this hand to touch the dry ice. Use a cup, or scoop to move the dry ice.
- Also available in 5kg, 10kg, 20kg and 30kg.
This product is not for sale to people under the age of 18. A signature will be required upon delivery, Identification may also be required to verify your age.