It’s not a random choice, and in fact, the history of ice cubes is a lot (ahem) cooler than you probably think.

Because even ice has a backstory—and this one will send a chill down your spine (literally). Here's what you need to know.

Many of the best bars utilize special ice makers and ice molds to produce a variety of shapes and sizes of ice. ... Cocktail Kingdom 1.25-Inch Square Ice Cube Tray. Credit: Amazon.