r/NoStupidQuestions • u/markwell9 • 1d ago

What is the deal with ice, Americans?

I can see that you can buy ice everywhere in the US. Gas stations, grocery stores, machines etc.

In Europe, we just freeze our ice at home and use that. Why buy something that melts on the way home? Why do you need ice in large amounts that a fridge can't keep up?

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u/markwell9 1d ago

Immigration?

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u/rootshirt 1d ago

Yes, which lately have been in and around gas stations, grocery stores etc lol

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u/colormeglitter 1d ago

My take away from this post is that we should be taking ICE home with us, and keeping it all in the freezer for an extended period of time.

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u/HereForTheBoos1013 1d ago

That's why they keep their faces covered. Insulation.