It is evident to us why the shaved ice business is thriving.

Now, the demand for more frosty refreshments is not the only thing that is snowballing, so are the prices of the ingredients, with some increasing as much as three times in value.

Regardless of the higher cost, consumers don't mind paying extra for their cravings of icy treats.

This shaved ice machine constantly carves up cool ice and a long line of people is waiting on this hot summer day.

Many have a need for this treat to beat the summer heat. Even this bride taking an outdoor wedding photo with a face full of makeup comes closer to eat icy treats. Even these drink shops are quite busy.

Though business is good, these shops are encountering higher operating costs this year as this summer the price of mung beans, red beans, hyptis suaveolens seeds all rose from 1 to 3 times.

Even sugar rose 20 to 30 percent as some shops fearing that the economy is not good keeping them from raising their prices though some quietly hiked prices.

Consumers have already felt the price hike for ice, but with weather becoming too hot, many will still be willing to spend money to try these cool and delicious treats.

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