Before modern refrigeration, enjoying a cold drink was actually quite a gamble! We're talking about a fascinating, forgotten "frozen empire" where natural ice, which wasn't always safe or clean, became a highly sought-after commodity. This led to "frozen monopolies" and even an "Ice King" as folks hustled to keep things chill.
Turns out, relying on natural ice could be pretty deadly before 1914, impacting everything from health to how cities operated, all before the first ice machines finally revolutionized keeping things cool. So, your icy beverage back then carried a surprising amount of risk!
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