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With the weather warming up and the holidays looming, we predict a summer packed with picnics and al fresco drinks.

Become the talk of the park with this handy ice crusher, reduced by 64% right in time for the new season.

The MANBA portable slush machine normally costs £55.99 at Amazon, but today you can get your hands on it for just £20.36 with free delivery – a massive saving.

It’s a manual machine, meaning you don’t need batteries or an electricity source. Simply make some ice as normal in the free silicone cube tray, then put them into the canister and turn the handle.

In seconds, you’ll have crushed ice that’s perfect for snowcones, slushies, and frozen cocktails. Margaritas, anyone?

Three stainless steel blades make for quick ice shaving, and they’re guaranteed to never rust.

With almost 6,000 ratings, the MANBA has a score of 4.4 out of five, with reviewers calling it ‘very handy and brilliant to take anywhere’ and an ‘amazing ice shaver.’

One person wrote: ‘Great product, does exactly what it states. Perfect size, not too big but not too small either. Would highly recommend – we have used for cocktails and also children’s slush.’

Get the MANBA portable slush maker for £20.36 at Amazon now.

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Syrups for slushies and snowcones can be purchased from wholesalers as well as larger household stores like B&M.

For a Caribbean twist, add a splash of sweetened condensed milk onto the top of your shaved ice treats. The creamy addition brings out the tangy fruit flavours – and if it’s good enough for the Bajans in the heat, it’s good enough for British summers.

You can also give your shaved ice maker a go to keep fresh produce chilled. Lay out some ice onto a platter and ensure fruit salads and crudités stay crunchy and cold for guests.

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