Single Asparagus Moulds
Because these individual asparagus ices were so difficult to turn out, most mould manufacturers in the nineteenth century marketed large moulds to make whole bunches in one go. Miniature versions used for making attractive one-serving garnishing ices were also available.
Hard To Make
The earlier, narrow moulds are not easy to use, as the asparagus ices are difficult to turn out without breaking. They should be dipped into cold water for about twelve seconds and the ices rolled out onto a clean table napkin with the finger tips, rather than the point of a knife, which is usual with most other ice moulds.
Asparagus Bundle Moulds
An eight-inch high, three part mould for creating a bundle of ice cream asparagus.
Finished Asparagus Bundles
These are what they look like when they have come out of a mould like the one above.
