"Did You Know?" is a series of interesting events and changes to ISBT and the beverage Industry. If you have an ISBT tidbit or "fun fact," send it to tom@isbt.com.
Butter Eater: The ancient Greeks considered the dairy product uncivilized, and “butter eater” was among the most cutting insults of the day.
Toilet Paper: In the US, before toilet paper was invented, people use periodicals like the Farmer’s Almanac, which came with a hole punched in it to hang in an outhouse.
World’s Smallest Knot: Scientists recently tied the smallest, tightest knot ever recorded, containing just 54 atoms. The microscopic twist is in the form of a trefoil, the simplest type of nontrivial knot, with three interlaced crossings and no loose ends.
National (U.S.) Iced Tea Day - June 10th: Celebrates one of summer's favorite drinks.
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