Secret Family Recipe
302-999-7175
3626 Old Capitol Trail
Wilmington, DE 19808
M-F 9AM-5PM|SAT & SUN 10AM-2PM
24/7 vending machine
A&B Ice
Since 1902, the legendary "Secret Family Recipe" has been handed down through
six generations of the Bessel progeny. Our family has harvested ice from
lakes and delivered blocks in horse drawn wagons.
Today, modern refrigeration has eliminated those tasks but
we still love making sure our neighbors stay cool.
We proudly support our country's veterans and first responders, taking pride in our beautiful community, the beautiful people within our community, and the beauty of life itself.
From our family to yours,
Chill out and enjoy!
FAQS
ARE YOU OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, CAN I JUST STOP BY?
Most definitely! Sometimes we hear that people think we only sell ice wholesale and that really bums us out. We are at the ice house everyday ready to grab whatever you may need. We sell bags of ice, blocks and dry ice in any quantity. Need ice outside of our normal business hours? Check out our 24/7 ice vending machine. It is always stocked with 20 lb bags. Just put in your credit card, take what you need and you're on your way!
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN YOUR COCKTAIL CUBES, BOURBON CUBES & BAGGED ICE?
Our cocktail cubes are small cubes perfect for any beverage. They melt slowly and look beautiful in a glass. Our bagged ice (Vogt - tube style) is quick cooling and perfect for keeping things cool in containers. Our bagged ice is also great in drinks but will melt a tad more quickly than cubes. Our bourbon cubes are 2"x 2" hand cut frozen pieces of perfection. Unlike large cubes you may be able to make at home, these are crystal clear to really provide that wow factor.
SO WHAT EXACTLY IS
DRY ICE?
Dry ice is a solid form of the gas carbon dioxide (not to be confused with carbon monoxide). It sounds intense, but carbon dioxide is frequently and safely used as a refrigerant or as carbonation in beverages. The process to make dry ice consists of liquefying carbon dioxide, injecting it into holding tanks and then freezing it to -109°. After freezing, it is then pressed into blocks or pellets. Unlike regular ice, dry ice doesn't melt but instead evaporates and is best used when you want to keep something frozen, not just cool. It is useful for tons of things and we commonly see it used to keep food or medicines safe during travel/shipment.