Believe It Or Not, These Aren't Actually Design Flaws

The Neck on Soda and Beer Bottles

Did you know that gripping a bottle around its neck is actually more secure than holding it around the body? The problem with holding the bottle around the body is that the heat from your hand quickly transfers to the drink. That's not the case if you hold it by the neck.

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