ice
Unicode: 1F9CA
Description
A glass filled with ice and a dark brown beverage, often associated with whiskey or rum.
Group:
Food & Drink > drink
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Typically represents relaxation, celebration, a nightcap, or indulgence. Can also convey a sense of sophistication or winding down.
Backstory
This emoji was introduced in Unicode 12.0 (2019) as part of a wider set of food and drink-related emojis. It provides a more specific drinking glass icon than generic beverage emojis, often used to represent alcoholic spirits.
Usage Examples
- Having a relaxing evening: 'Time to unwind. 🥃'
- Celebrating an achievement: 'Cheers to our success! 🥃'
- Suggesting a drink: 'Let's grab a drink later? 🥃'
- Describing a specific type of spirit: 'Nothing beats a good single malt. 🥃'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Commonly associated with happy hour, social gatherings, or a drink after a long day.
East Asian culture:
May be seen in contexts of business meetings, toasts, or sometimes a symbol of luxury.
Other cultures:
Interpretations can vary based on local drinking customs and attitudes towards alcohol.