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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Alicia Miller

5 best ice makers for cocktails and dinner parties

Some of our top picks don’t take up too much valuable countertop space - (Alicia Miller/The Independent)

Summer is approaching, and if you’re sick of forgetting to pick up a bag of ice for your garden party or barbecue, you might want to consider investing in one of the best ice makers.

While these American-style countertop appliances are still a relatively new concept in UK kitchens, they’re a convenient solution to the summer hosting nightmare. Sure, buying a gadget just to freeze water might sound like the height of indulgence, but once you have a constant, on-demand supply of crystal-clear ice you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it.

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