Scotch on the rocks?

[Drac]

" Set of 9 Whisky Stones
Whether you spell it “whisky” or “whiskey,” whether you call it rye, bourbon, or Scotch, you know the importance of serving it right: neat, slightly chilled, in a handsome glass. Set includes 2 mouthblown, non-lead Avva crystal tumblers designed to hold small quantities of high-quality spirits, and 6 “whisky stones”. Fresh from the freezer these non-porous Vermont soapstone cubes will cool your drink without flavoring or diluting it. A gift for the connoisseur."

Ok does someone have to much time on their hands or is this a really a good thing?

Jim

[Jock Scot]

What is this non-lead crystal that you mention? I have never heard of such a thing! Ice in whisky? No way!Stones in whisky?You can't be serious-----can you?

[The Guy in the Kilt at UC]

It must be a joke.

[Kerr the Walker]

Not a joke. I've seen it before. Pretty strange looking though for sure.

[Tony Miles]

so would you end up drunk and stoned??

[The Guy in the Kilt at UC]

What is this non-lead crystal that you mention? I have never heard of such a thing! Ice in whisky? No way!Stones in whisky?You can't be serious-----can you?

non-lead crystal = glass

They're probably trying to make you think it's nicer than it really is. I really do think the whisky stones are a joke, though. It would add nothing to the drink. I see it as the same as those plastic ice cubes with a fly in them.

[Tobus]

I really do think the whisky stones are a joke, though. It would add nothing to the drink.

It's not a joke. I've seen these elsewhere, although not specific for whisky. The idea is that they cool the drink without melting and diluting the liquor. They act as a heat sink.

Just don't let them shift and crack your front teeth when you drink!

[Rogerson785]

WOW! Just don't swallow the thing or you will be passing the stone

[Rogerson785]

Here is the link and price.

http://www.teroforma.com/Set_of_9_Wh...nes_20187.html

Set of 9 Whisky Stones
Ideal for chilling your favorite spirit without diluting its flavor
3/4 - 7/8" | Natural

Milled in Perkinsville, VT by the oldest soapstone workshop in the US. Add three chilled stones to your next dram, let stand for 5 minutes and enjoy. Set of 9 stones + muslin storage bag. Not for use with larger volume drinks.

$20.00

http://www.kegworks.com/product.php?productid=173722

[thescot]

Those rocks look deadly. Be good for a laugh, though.

I only put scotch on the rocks, i.e, ice, if it's blended. (I do accept Johnny Walker or Dewars once in a while.)

Single malt is always neat with water back for a splash.