Millie Petrović : Founder

Before founding The Ice Queen, Millie Petrović spent years working within one of the largest commercial ice manufacturers in the United States, mastering the chemistry, mechanics, and scale of industrial ice production. Driven by a passion for the craft cocktail movement, Millie launched The Ice Queen to bridge the gap between heavy industrial engineering and fine-dining artistry.

Recognized by StarChefs as a standout Chesapeake craft purveyor, Millie approaches ice as both an art form and a precise science. From engineering custom press molds (like delicate rose ice) to tailoring bespoke glassware fits, Millie has redefined ice from a forgotten utility into the centerpiece of the modern cocktail experience.

The Ice Queen Reigns Supreme

Crafting cocktail perfection isn’t just an ambition—it’s our standard. Based in Northern Virginia and serving the greater DMV area, The Ice Queen provides bars, restaurants, and luxury events with custom-cut, crystal-clear artisanal ice.

Why Top Bartenders & Event Planners Choose Us:

• Crystal Clarity & Purity: Dense, slow-melting ice that keeps drinks cold without watering them down.

• Precision & Customization: Standard cubes, Collins spears, hand-cut blocks, and CNC-engraved corporate logos.

• Proprietary Innovation: We build our own ice-making equipment and presses to create shapes others can't.

• Complete Design Exclusivity: Your bespoke design is yours alone—we never reuse concepts across clients.

• Reliable Local Service: Flexible ordering, responsive communication, and contract-free delivery across DC, Northern VA, and MD.