A glass of whiskey with whiskey stones in and around it.
What Does A Whiskey Stone Really Do To Your Drink?

NEWS

By HILARY WHEELAN REMLEY
A glass of whiskey and whiskey stones on a table.
For serious whiskey drinkers and aficionados, a whiskey stone might be the ultimate tool for enjoying the best, chilled glass of whiskey without diluting its taste.
Various whiskey stones made with different types of materials on a table.
They are used in place of ice to keep a glass of whiskey cool and most on the market are made of non-porous materials, such as soapstone, granite, or (not a stone) stainless steel.
Stack of whiskey stones beside a glass of whiskey with whiskey stones.
You can easily store them in your freezer. Since there's no water content in whiskey stones, there's no risk of them melting into your drink or altering its taste.
A slice of lemon, a glass of whiskey with a whiskey stone, and a stack of whiskey stones on a table.
This is a particularly appealing trait for those who want to taste their whiskey in an unadulterated fashion and keep their drink’s unique flavor profile intact throughout.