Bad Tasting Ice? Here's How to Fix It

What's the one thing that can ruin an ice-cold glass of your favorite drink? Dirty ice cubes! Whether you have an automatic ice maker or manually fill your own ice cube trays, your ice can develop on unflattering taste. If you have experienced bad tasting ice cubes from your freezer, read below for how to fix them.

If you have an automatic ice maker:

• Clean the filter. Your automatic ice maker has a filtration system to purify tap water before freezing it. Over time, this filter can become dirty and clogged with particles. Change the filter once every six months in order to keep minerals and other impurities from tainting the taste of your ice.
• Use ice more often. If you don't regularly use the ice that your ice-maker produces, there is the possibility that it can turn stale. Over the course of several days, ice cubes can begin to absorb the scents and smells from other foods in your refrigerator; which brings us to our next point...
• Keep your refrigerator clean. Keeping both your refrigerator and freezer clean will ensure that your ice doesn't absorb unsavory flavors. Every week, check your appliance for foods which have expired or will expire soon, and make sure all food items are properly wrapped and sealed.

If you manually make your own ice:

• Use filtered water. If you are making ice using your town's tap water, that could be what's to blame for the bad taste. Try filtering your water or using pre-distilled/purified water to make your ice instead.
• Clean your ice cube tray. If dirty water isn't the problem, it could be a dirty ice cube tray. Many of us don't think about it, but it is necessary to wash your ice cube trays every three or four uses. As you move the tray in and out of the freezer, it can attract germs and bacteria which will modify the taste of your ice cubes.
• Keep your fridge clean. It sounds strange, but ice is known to absorb odors and tastes from others foods – both in the fresh food and the frozen sections of your refrigerator. Keeping these compartments free of spoiled and strong-smelling food could ultimately result in better tasting ice.

If none of these tips worked for you, your ice maker could be seriously malfunctioning. If you live in the state of New York and are experiencing trouble with your refrigerator, freezer, or ice maker, Speedy Subzero can help you out. We have been in business for more than 75 years and our technicians keep their vans fully stocked, which allows us to complete most repairs in the comfort of your own home. Our phone lines are open 24/7/365 in case of emergency, so call us any time at 866-782-9376.