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. A frozie cup consists simply of frozen cordial in paper, plastic or styrofoam cup. The block of ice is sometimes inverted in the cup when sold. Frozie cups are sold at Australian canteens/tuck shops for approximately $1 AUD. Some frozie cups are milk-based or ice cream based.Sweet Treats for Keeping Cool
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. Often using sugar-based drinks such as

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for flavor. Frozen cups are well known in New Orleans.

First aid

Water-only ice cups may also be used as a simple means of icing sports injuries.

References

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