You know what they say: "Behind every great drink is a great cup holder." Okay, maybe they don't actually say that. Cup holders are the unsung heroes of the beverage world. Don't believe me? Try dropping your drink right now. Oh, you don't want to?

"But, Vinny, it'll spill everywhere!" You say. Weird how that works, huh?

They're there when you need them, keeping your drink safe and secure while you go about your day. And yet, how often do we really take the time to appreciate them? Not often enough, I say! The Batman of bev accessories.

Let's take a moment to consider the many wonders of cup holders. First and foremost, they come in all shapes and sizes (although often too small for the Big Gulp), from the simple and utilitarian to the flashy and high-tech. Some cup holders are built into cars, which is our specialty here. Some are designed to hold coffee cups, while others are perfect for your favorite water bottle or soda can.

But no matter what form they take, cup holders all share one important trait: they make our lives easier. Imagine driving down the highway with a piping hot coffee in your hand, sloshing around and burning your fingers. Now imagine the same scenario, but with a trusty cup holder holding your coffee steady and secure. Something to think about.

And it's not just in the car where cup holders come in handy. How many times have you been walking down the street with a drink in your hand, only to have it spill all over you because you hit a bump or stumbled on a crack in the sidewalk? With a handheld cup holder, that wouldn't really change, but you can walk with confidence knowing your drink is in a contraption!

But let's not forget the other important role cup holders play: they're great for storage! Need a place to keep your spare change, your phone, or your keys? Just pop them in the cup holder and voila! Instant storage solution.

So the next time you're sipping on your favorite beverage, take a moment to thank your trusty cup holder. Out loud. Do it. It may seem like a small thing, but it's really doing a lot of heavy lifting (or holding, as the case may be) to make your life a little bit better. Cheers to cup holders!

Author: 3 Cupholders in a Trench Coat