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The Chill · Ice

How to Pack a Cooler for Drinks: The Best Ice, Layers, and Setup for a Party

A drink cooler works best when everything goes in cold, ice is used to surround rather than bury the drinks, and guests can see what they need without holding the lid open. This simple setup covers ice choice, layering, drainage, replenishment, and when to use

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The Chill · Ice

How to Keep Ice From Melting at a Party: Coolers, Timing, and Serving Setup

Keep party ice usable by buying it close to serving time, starting with a cold cooler, separating drink ice from bottle-chilling ice, and putting only a working supply at the bar. A simple two-zone setup prevents a watery cooler from becoming the only source o

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