Ever been out for a classy night, feeling on top of the world, only to be hit with that unexpected, oddly personal question: “Straw?” Not for you, of course—“for your wife.” It’s a seemingly simple moment, but it cracks open a can of worms about this tiny, unassuming piece of plastic (or today, paper) that’s been stirring up more than just drinks. The humble straw, invented millennia ago—yes, gold and lapis lazuli style—isn’t just a sipping tool; it’s become a subtle battleground for notions of masculinity, etiquette, and even cultural identity. So why do men recoil when offered a straw with their cocktail? Is it some outdated badge of manhood or just an overblown social quirk? Pull up a seat and let’s dive into the surprisingly deep, and often hilarious, saga of men and straws—a story that mixes history, humor, and a splash of cultural whiskey. LEARN MORE
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