Does hot or cold water make better ice cubes?

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Well, when you put it in the freezer, hot water becomes cold water before it becomes ice. So, cold water makes ice cubes FASTER, but there is otherwise no difference in the quality of said cubes.

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Hot water when it hits the freezer makes ice faster. Generally every day for a week I make two trays of small ice cubes (with hot water) and then throw them into separate Glad bags and stick in the freezer. This way you don't have to buy a bag of ice at the last minute and always have plenty on hand for unexpected guests.

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Warm or hot water will make clearer cubes than cool water. If you want clear cubes, use warm water. cool water will have air bubbles in them.

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