Vintage Gadget- 1950's Ice Crusher: Let's Make Some Retro Cocktails

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Let's test out another vintage gadget! This 1950's ice crusher was sent to me by a lovely subscriber- thank you so much! I thought it would be fun to try my hand at some retro cocktails (mocktails), using my Trader Vic's Book of Food & Drink. Thanks for watching!
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@NightmasksHaven 3 года назад

Yay for non-alcoholic drinks!!!! As a sober person it’s great to see this.

@brittanyturner7376 3 года назад

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@FrancescaTropea 3 года назад

YES!!!! I was so excited because my BF and I don’t drink and I think it would be fun to make vintage-style mocktails.

@femmevintage 3 года назад

👏👏👏

@jk2642 3 года назад

I drink alcoholic drinks but I'm 7 months pregnant, sooo no alcohol for me lol but I still want cute, cold drinks to have at picnics. I'll have to try this!

@malleusflavus1160 3 года назад

Laci, with those old-fashioned ice trays, you are supposed to run them under water, before pulling the handle. It doesn't need to be hot water. If you do it -- one pass under the running water -- the lever will pop all the ice out without effort.

@msj.randel1496 3 года назад

You're right. That's all I use.. I have a double tray. I find them at the thrifty .$2-3.00 I saw one in a catalog for $25.00!!!

@hopecollective9816 3 года назад

Anyone else notice most of these gadgets are called something “o-matic” or something of the sort 🤣🤣

@scooterdover2771 3 года назад

o-matic if they're electric o-mat if they aren't.

@Pureimagination200 3 года назад

For automatic

@michigandon 3 года назад

Just like in the '30s, everything was a "something-Ola". Victrola, Heatrola, Rock-Ola..."Hey guys, check this out! I built a radio that fits in the dashboard of your car, and allows you to listen to music while you're driving! Whatever should I call it? I know! MOTOROLA!

@frankieamsden7918 3 года назад

As a non-drinker I love that you're doing "mock-tails"and making it look so chic!!

@ritchiezand1236 3 года назад

Thank you for showing the non alcoholic version. It is a refreshing change from most people on this subject. I wish more people would! Thank you for this! Keep being fabulous!!!! You always make my day better!

@StephanieCanada 3 года назад

Laci: “oh dang I went the wrong way” Me: same, on everything, same. What a fun gadget!

@williamhewes5941 3 года назад

You're to be given highest marks for your hair and outfit! So authentic!!

@susanmicheledavis4192 3 года назад

My grandmother had an older refrigerator in her basement with the metal ice trays just like yours. I remember running them under the water and pilling the lever up and sometimes banging the bottom on the counter top. Always love the memories your channel unlocks from my past. Thank you Laci. You are a beauty inside and out.

@addicted367 3 года назад

We had the same metal ice trays when I was a kid and I would do the same thing. 😂

@leamacleod5126 3 года назад

Dress is cute. Looks good on you. Esp. the color. I have the leaver ice cube trays too. My neices when kids got quite the thrill pulling the handle. they would fight over who got to pull the handle. They are grown now.

@LaciFayTheVintageGirlNextDoor 3 года назад

I’ll try that next time for sure!

@pigoff123 3 года назад

I have the metal ice cube trays in my freezer

@lanelmuhammad 3 года назад

Seeing a 1950's woman proclaiming "less du dis" is something I didn't know I needed or wanted ❤😩🤣I love it here 🤣🤣🤣

@gymbeef 3 года назад

So happy you did a cocktail video hope you do a few more. I remember liquors and cocktails always being served up in fancy stemmed glassware by my aunties , uncles and family friends whenever we visited. My mum didn't drink so it was coffee for her in the all matching good china and silver ware. Mint slices or after dinner mints were always served fanned out on a plate. It was all so elegant and sophisticated back then. Just like you Laci the woman all looked so beautiful. However by the 1980s everyone adopted a more casual approach serving up beer in cans, wine in casks, coffee and tea out of non matching mugs. The formality had disappeared.

@MihaelaClaudiaPuscas 3 года назад

You are stunning and your originality deserves all the recognition in the world! I would like a gift from a mystery fan as well ha,ha! Lucky you! 💕🥰👍

@LaciFayTheVintageGirlNextDoor 3 года назад

You’re so sweet. Thank you!!

@JugaarOfficial 3 года назад

I love how she is so kind and carefree with us, unlike other youtubers that I know are kind of unkind

@ashleyinthemaritimes 3 года назад

I literally have been binge watching your old videos all day! I love watching your videos. Your look reminds me so much of Lucille Ball 😊

@gidget8717 3 года назад

By the way, I love this channel! ❤️ Oh the memories 🤣👵

@hsimpson6581 3 года назад

Bless her she didn't run hot water on the bottom of the ice tray. she is so strong but will bend the handle.

@kathleenfleming7519 3 года назад

Loving your sun dress! Perfect for summer!!

@annetteelder-clark505 3 года назад

Ok, the video just started, I've watched 20 seconds but can't focus on your ice crusher. You look EXACTLY like my Aunt Esther today. She was born in 1929, my Dad's oldest sister... he had 8 sisters (big Irish clan) and we have dozens of photos of her with her kids, husband, and dogs. She dressed exactly like you are today... natural red hair curled like you, dresses with full skirts and tight waists, the iridescent bead necklace close to her throat, and bright red lipstick. Oh gosh, she was a real looker (Grandpa speak) and has the sweetest heart. I'm phoning her right now, she's still around & takes good care of herself. She's outlived her husband and both kids, but she lives for her nieces & nephews now. I'm calling her and I'm gonna share your channel with her. Thanks for this look & I promise to watch this video later... maybe with her. 🙂

@LaciFayTheVintageGirlNextDoor 3 года назад

Ahhh that’s awesome! Tell her I say hello.

@karenbransome6978 3 года назад

Lovely. Just what I need, a tasty nonalcoholic cocktail. I might need to try this. Xx

@LaciFayTheVintageGirlNextDoor 3 года назад

Yay! Let me know if you do!

@user-ep9lh8fl7q 3 года назад

Roses lime juice is different from regular lime juice.

@karenblack2869 3 года назад

What a vision you are in your blue dress in a blue kitchen! So springtime!

@LaciFayTheVintageGirlNextDoor 3 года назад

Thanks so much!

@karenblack2869 3 года назад

@@LaciFayTheVintageGirlNextDoor You are so welcome! Love your videos, they are so heartwarming! I was born in the fifties 🥰

@luvnalaska44 3 года назад

First, can we talk about how absolutely gorgeous this girl is? Laci, the hair....loving the color and style. Adorable! Love your videos and as a vintage lover of the 1950s since the 1980s..you are an inspiration!

@TheMocao 3 года назад

I don’t know why I got such a good laugh from the lime squeezing drama. I’m glad you did get a juicer afterward - if a lime isn’t juicy that hand squeezing can be brutal.

@MDBond-pz1lg 3 года назад

Enjoyed it, thank you for using up your spare time to give people enjoyment from all around the world. A charming glimpse into your wonderful life. Regards.

@Updated8SecondsAgo 3 года назад

Taking me back to simpler times 🥰

@tracyisbest 3 года назад

It doesn't look like she's having a "simpler" time. Maybe you're confusing your own youth back when your parents did everything for you and you didn't have a job? Could this be what was "simpler"?

@AlexG-jk8tc 3 года назад

"Why don't you get yourself an electric icebox? Does away with all your work, worry, fuss and bother, and gives you plenty of fresh food!" -Curly Howard, in the Three Stooges short "An Ache In Every Stake"

@MidCentury43 3 года назад

All this video shows is how much of a workout these things are You are heckin’ STRONG, woman 🔥💪🏼

@suetucker9264 3 года назад

Boy! Had to have some muscles in the '50s!

@matildarei 3 года назад

A sleeveless dress shows off those well-toned arms nicely.

@jongalt3381 3 года назад

Especially with the ice cream churns!!! But it was home made and much better than store bought!

@LaciFayTheVintageGirlNextDoor 3 года назад

I had to use all of mine lol

@jongalt3381 3 года назад

@@LaciFayTheVintageGirlNextDoor Jeepers-. If you do this every week or so soon you shall resemble Rosy the Riveter!!! Look out! 🌹

@fairiedoll 3 года назад

You just have the sweetest bubbly personality! 💕 Even when using some strength to crush that ice! 😆 it made the video so fun to watch! 😄 also love your hair and makeup in this ^^

@carmencarrillo2157 3 года назад

You look Marvelous as for that ice maker it reminds me a snow cone machine I had as a kid we had a few of those ice trays my mom would put coffee in them during the summer and kool aid for us kids 😋

@susanmicheledavis4192 3 года назад

If you don’t have a juicer use the back of a spoon to ream out the juice but first roll the lime or lemon with the palm of your hand across your counter top to real ease maximum juice before cutting it in half. Then after squeezing the back of the spoon will help get the rest out.

@MrSteveGrey 3 года назад

Another method is to cut four slices from the lemon or lime, almost like slicing an apple. That way you end up with five pieces that can just be twisted together to juice itself.

@kathyhester3066 3 года назад

Run ice cube tray upside down under faucet for a few seconds. Wrap towel around the lever when you loosen ice cubes (no blood blister, etc.). Put a damp towel under the ice crusher. My Grandma had one of those. She hated it & sent it flying across the kitchen! Went back to putting the ice in a towel & beating it w/a hammer/meat mallet. Said that worked better. Love the dress!!

@Zman-wf9nq 3 года назад

Omg I have this exact ice crusher!

@LaciFayTheVintageGirlNextDoor 3 года назад

Oh nice!!

@StacyL. 3 года назад

Tip for removing ice from an ice tray: Run warm water on the bottom of the ice tray for a few seconds before pulling the lever on your ice tray 😉.

@MrsPinkyChiChi 3 года назад

We had one of those when I was a kid. It’s easier when it’s wall mounted. (It came with our house. Bonus!)

@CajunRose 3 года назад

What time will, The Longest Day live Stream start and end? I'm hoping I won't be at work during the time frame. Now, we know the secret to keep fit arms in the 50s/60s. Crushing ice with this nifty gadget, for cocktail parties. As always, thank you for sharing, in such a wonderfully sweet way.

@thekowboymom2710 3 года назад

My parents had a late 60's version of the electric ice crusher. My sisters and I loved to put it in our soda when we were allowed to have some.

@22mendonca 3 года назад

Love this gadget! Aesthetically pleasing 😍 Love a cocktail in the sunshine but also non- alcoholic ’mocktails’ are cool! Thanks beautiful ❤️x

@summerrose8325 3 года назад

Few bartending tips: Shake more vigorously, create frost on the outside of the shaker. For the old fashioned, remember the orange, it's a flavor element, wave a lighter across the peel and drop in the drink. For bitters, turn 100% upside down and really give it a good jerk.

@candiskpo 3 года назад

It's always a treat to watch you try out vintage gadgets and recipes! TFS💜

@louiejonesponation 3 года назад

You look stunning in that dress!

@LaciFayTheVintageGirlNextDoor 3 года назад

Thanks so much!

@louiejonesponation 3 года назад

@@LaciFayTheVintageGirlNextDoor pleasure

@terrilewis4314 3 года назад

I have my Grannys ice crusher and I make snow cones for my nephew and niece. That love it because its manual. Thank you for sharing. Love from Texas you look so beautiful. Love the dress❣❣❣

@LaciFayTheVintageGirlNextDoor 3 года назад

Oh fun!

@LionsGateCorp 3 года назад

It's great that you keep the look alive, really is quite gorgeous.

@sharonsmith583 3 года назад

My mom and dad had one of those in the 60s. I think it was avocado 🥑green!

@sandraleegonzales1622 3 года назад

Lacy, Love the dress!, You look amazing!! Run the ice trays under water & use a fork to juice your limes. Love your videos!!

@gidget8717 3 года назад

Gin taste like pine/cedar because its made with juniper berries.

@zelva1961 3 года назад

Yeah for no alcohol drinks. 10 years sober . Love Laci!

@mshowell3710 3 года назад

SO Fun! Love the crusher...ice cube trays r EZ...run under hot water for just a min 1st handles don't break that way. 💚💛✔️ Gorgeous Dress!! Looks Great on u!

@robind.2290 3 года назад

Love that dress! When we were growing up , our parents hosted parties at our house and as kids we helped our mom prepare. usch as crushing the ice. We had an ice crusher just like the one you are using. In later years we actually had an electric one.

@sunshinesue4131 3 года назад

Being from Wisconsin, the Old-fashioned is pretty much our state cocktail! We don’t use bourbon or rum though, it’s either whiskey or the more traditional brandy old fashioned. You can order it sweet or sour. My order is: brandy old fashioned sweet with two maraschino cherries. and an orange slice.

@amberthistle2803 3 года назад

A lil tip for the ice tray, let it sit on the counter for 3-5 minutes before breaking the ice. I have a modern stainless steel version of the retro aluminum ones and if I try to break the ice right out of the freezer it either wont break at all or it all shatters into chipped ice.

@Annii620 3 года назад

I’m a fan of the vintage gadgets series. Keep them coming lady!! 🥃🍹

@JadeStrawberry 3 года назад

I don't drink either, so these would be nice for summer, as you said since it was so hot in your home. I remember those pull up ice cube trays and they could be hard to get the ice out, despite running warm water under the tray. Lovely dress and you look beautiful as always.

@christinetrewin9717 3 года назад

Funny how something as simple as an ice tray ,tiggers memories for so many viewers. Me included, used to love pulling that handle 😍😎🇫🇷

@kathybriscoe1474 3 года назад

Love the dress!! It would have taken a long time to make drinks with the Ice-O- Mat if you had several guests. I never cared for gin because it tasted “piney” to me also. I used to drink vodka gimlets several years ago.

@TheMocao 3 года назад

I thought I was the only one who didn’t like gin. I also like vodka martinis

@matildarei 3 года назад

I think gin is flavored with with juniper berries, which would explain the piney flavor.

@RecyclingMama 3 года назад

I found one of these years ago at the thrift and I find myself using it daily, still works great!

@margaretrose8105 3 года назад

I remember when we got our first ice crusher..it looked like the 1 you got. It was difficult to turn when you crushed a hard cube...loved it.

@addicted367 3 года назад

You look so pretty Lacey. I love the dress 😍👗

@StacyL. 3 года назад

Tip for juicing your citrus fruit without a juicer- to your citrus fruit back and forth until its a little "squishy" then carefully cut your citrus fruit and squeeze. The goal of doing that is to crush the juice pockets inside the fruit.

@debbieheim3694 3 года назад

What a fun video. I don’t remember the Ice-o-Mat, but my parents didn’t drink that often .💜👏👏👏

@koichikitten 3 года назад

Also happy to see non-alcoholic drinks. Yep, the hand squeeze juicer thing is a blessing! I use mine every day to squeeze lime juice in my water 😋

@topaz3468 3 года назад

My grandpa always used this for the grandkids in the early 1960s during the summer. We all had window air conditioners and we're always trying to find a cool place in the house after playing outside. He had a neverending stash of pop: 7up, squirt, grape soda, orange crush, etc. Also a lot of ice cream! I still have his ice cream scoop from the 50s. Thanks for bringing back the memories!😊

@seramack 3 года назад

My grandparents still have one of these! (I think late 60s) It’s my job on Christmas morning (summer in Aus) to crush the ice in it for the orange juice we make for breakfast, it makes it taste so much better lol I’ve been doing that for about 20 years now (I’m 24) it’s my one job and I’m always really proud of my ice lol 😂

@suetucker9264 3 года назад

Lovely dress!

@WithLoveKristina 3 года назад

Oh this was so cute! I have a vintage Tap Ice spoon, it's literally just meant to smash the ice with lol. And I appreciate the nonalcoholic aspect, too! I might have to try these!

@LadyPumpkin 3 года назад

You are always awesome ! Non-alcoholic cocktail is a really great idea ! Bisous from France !

@A_197_THE_REBOUNDER 2 года назад

I have one of those ice trays received it from my great aunt. She was born 1910 so so much retro things love it.

@cherylmarie8100 3 года назад

I grew up with those ice trays! You are so lovely and I always enjoy your videos.

@jannier9766 3 года назад

You are so fun !! I was born in 1958 and grew up with those metal ice trays. I find the new fangled plastic twist ones just as challenging- hurts my wrists. I love when you test gadgets and cook or bake.

@SouthpawPatty 3 года назад

I love your channel! I grew up using metal ice trays. I still use them. We always run the bottom of the tray under running water to get the cubes out. It works great. That dress is amazing!!!

@tanyalarose8907 3 года назад

I would love some old ice trays like that. So much better than the plastic ones they have today

@lawoman1067 3 года назад

I love that gadget.

@realong2506 3 года назад

Lacy if u don't have a juicer do like I do and use a fork stuck into the lemon or lime then squish it around and u will get a lot of juice. Also if u run hot water over the bottom of the ice cube trays then pop them it is a lot easier. I grew up with those Ice trays and we always did that.

@LaciFayTheVintageGirlNextDoor 3 года назад

Thanks for the tips!

@cristinasperandio503 3 года назад

Oh good non alcohol. I can't stand the taste. So this is right up my alley. Thank you

@leslikuyweski4576 3 года назад

I enjoy watching you use the vintage gadgets. Fun!

@m.rye.426 3 года назад

You're underrated and undersubbed. A total gem. Keep going, you're doing great and you're fun to watch!

@ManuelaChristina1 3 года назад

That dress 😍🤩🥰 you look amazing in this dress 😍 Love this video's with you testing that old kitchen stuff 🤗

@HaleyMarieVintage 3 года назад

This was such a fun video, this reminds me of a snow-cone maker I had as a kid with the handle crank but the adult version. I've never thought about the fact there are alcohol alternative, I love cocktails but my stomach doesn't handle booze well so I'll have to check these out! Thanks for sharing!

@barbarakornacki8599 3 года назад

Had to laugh at the timing of your video! I just tried using one of these last week; needed crushed ice for a healthy smoothie I just started drinking and was bemoaning the fact I had bought one years ago at a rummage sale but no longer had it. Doesn't my pack rat husband come out of the basement with said ice crusher he had squirreled away unbeknownst to me! It's in the original box too and it's red & white. It's a wall-mounted type and has no base at the bottom. I did manage to crush a few cubes anyway but it was hard to turn - not worth taking up my limited kitchen wall space. Yours looks easier. Oh and I LOVE that dress you are wearing!

@hollywoodharriet13 3 года назад

I have one old aluminum ice tray and use it all the time. Enjoyed this so much. The cocktails looked fabulous and so did you!

@joannaerhardt7294 3 года назад

These drinks look fun! I like that they are non alcoholic versions. I didn't even know that they made non alcoholic rum!?! Very cool!

@StacyL. 3 года назад

New word created by our very own Laci- "Gadgety".

@pattymerrill2838 3 года назад

Lots of fun to watch!

@innatozakian9724 3 года назад

Hello Laci! I love ❤️ your outfit and I just purchased the same style necklace you have on! So cool! I love your videos and I’m a big fan of all your vintage things! Thank you for sharing. Inna ♥️♥️♥️🥰😎💝👗🍒👒👜💎👠👚🎀💄🧣💋

@monicafratini9812 3 года назад

Love your dress, you look very lovely it. This was a fun video. Ice-o-mat is pretty cool. Also if you don't have a juicer, a fork works really well. Thanks for sharing.

@RealSB83 3 года назад

You are amazing and did a fantastic work with the ice. Hope you plan a tiki bar episode in the future 😁

@susanbaker2796 3 года назад

Tiki bar episode....what a fantastic idea, Stephon Bunn! Complete with appetizers!

@LaciFayTheVintageGirlNextDoor 3 года назад

Oh yes! That would be so fun. Thank you!!

@Furrity 3 года назад

I grew up with metal ice cube trays and a Rival Ice-o-Mat Vogue ice crusher. The ice crusher is (my parents still have it) white. It makes the BEST crushed ice! And it always works. Never needs electricity or new parts.

@lisagialucci2296 3 года назад

You may find a round vintage glass juicer- they’re usually clear - they may be on EBAY 💛

@CCmarie1378 3 года назад

You look absolutely gorgeous! Blue is definitely your color. Thanks for another entertaining video. ❤️

@cristywyndham-shaw5111 3 года назад

I wonder how long those ice crusher machines would last. Looks like the crank would break after a while. Love your dress--you look like you you're going to a cocktail party at Rob and Laura Petrie's house. Maybe Rob, Buddy, and Sally will perform! lol. Seriously, you look great!

@Latin25Dancer 3 года назад

I can take or leave alcohol. I really appreciate the non alcoholic versions of these drinks. I purchased a copy of the meals for two cookbook from your last haul video. Your videos are excellent quality, I really appreciate your sweet nature shining through and enhancing your outer beauty. Please keep making your wonderful videos!

@ashleyl.d.6511 3 года назад

Yay new videos from Laci are the highlight of my day!! ❤️

@barbarahimes5625 3 года назад

That was fun. Thank you Laci. 👍❤️😀

@WeezyWeez1984 3 года назад

Great arm and hand exercises, no need for the gym after that workout. You look lovely making those non alcoholic drinks.

@coreyflowers1256 3 года назад

I remember having this in the '60's when I was a child.

@FayAlexGG 3 года назад

♡ that dress

@LaciFayTheVintageGirlNextDoor 3 года назад

Thank you!

@jeremyshearer3885 3 года назад

Wow so cool to see what interesting things they did in the 50’s just last weekend I had just got off work and went to get something to eat and was surprised to see i think was to high school kids dressed up in 50’s clothes talking to some elderly people who where sitting down watching the cars go buy kinda neat👍🏻

@tracybaker5504 3 года назад

I just watched your video yesterday and loved it as always. I happened to be n Goodwill last night and saw this same ice-o-mat and bought it. It worked like a charm. I love your vintage gadget videos. You also inspired me to get out my inl aws old unloved ice cream maker out and we will be making the strawberry ice cream tonight. thanks for the inspo.

@kathyhester3066 3 года назад

Side note: the best Old Fashioned is the Wisconsin Brandy Old Fashioned Sweet. Bartenders Guides published after 2016 have included that version. The first time I tried one of the other versions I gagged. Wisconsin's is the best.

@cattycorner8 3 года назад

I did not realize that.

@thetimelesscostumemaker1266 3 года назад

This was a fun video. I actually own the juice-o-mat from Rival. It was my Grandmother's. My kids and I love squeezing oranges for breakfast with it.

@momof2momof2 3 года назад

Non alcoholic version Yes !!!! 🥰💐🌱🌿🌷🌼🌻🌞🌵🏜️💞💗 Rolling citrus on the counter top with your hand, applying medium to heavy pressure makes the citrus (especially lines) much easier to juice, you can also use a fork to ream the cut fruit. Next you should try making a Manhattan :)