Ice, Water, and Cleanliness: Pre-Refrigeration Challenges
Before refrigeration, ice and water were silent heroes of cleanliness. Sourcing and preserving ice was a struggle, shaping daily life and hygiene practices in a warm, impermanent world.
The Forgotten Role of Ice in Soft Drink Distribution
Before modern refrigeration, ice played a crucial yet overlooked role in soft drink distribution. It kept beverages cool, preserving flavor and freshness on long journeys—an unsung hero of refreshment history.