What Is Shaved Ice? A Simple Guide
If you have ever stood in the summer heat and wondered what the difference is between shaved ice, a snow cone, and a slushy, you are not alone. Shaved ice is exactly what it sounds like: a block of ice that gets shaved down into ultra-fine, fluffy ribbons using a special machine.
That fluffy texture is the whole point. Because the ice is so fine, it soaks up flavored syrup like a sponge instead of letting it drip straight to the bottom. Every single bite tastes like the flavor you picked, not just plain ice with a little color on top.
Shaved ice has deep roots in Japanese culture, where it is known as kakigori. But it has found a home all over the world, from Hawaii to New Orleans to right here in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Each region puts its own spin on it with local flavors and toppings.
At Kicking2Cones we shave our ice fresh every day so you get that perfect fluffy texture every time. Come find our trailer and taste the difference for yourself.