Sonic ice comes in many names such as cubelet ice, pellet ice, nugget ice, or even Chick-fil-A ice. The “Sonic” in the name refers to the popular drive-up food chain whose signature slushes have become a fan favorite. Nugget-style ice is the go-to choice for these drinks, hence the name.

Is nugget ice the same as Sonic ice?

Sonic ice and Nugget ice are the same. However, Sonic ice is a trademark so “Nugget” or “Pellet” are terms used by companies to describe this type of ice. ... Crushed ice is made up of large cubes of ice that have been broken down into smaller pieces and flakes. The Nugget ice machine works in a different way.

What are the small ice cubes called?

Half cubes are typically smaller versions of cube or dice ice, though the Hoshizaki equivalents are crescent cubes, which we cover later in this guide. Half-cube ice is considered the most versatile type of ice, which is why it shows up in restaurants, convenience stores, dispensers, and baggers.