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Originally Posted by
Aaron01 
It doesn't always numb the taste. 1 or 2 small ice cubes, or presumably this ice ball, can help mellow out a cask strength or help to open up the palate of some drams. Loading it up with ice like a typical bar or restaurant will do for a drink "on the rocks" will numb the palate, adding a small amount won't.
Exactly. Cask strength should not be consumed without a little dilution. The alcohol level is too high and will block your palate from tasting the nuances. A little water or 1-2 small ice cubes are required for cask strength.