Which is the best shake in the world? A flavorful debate
                                
                                
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                                The original milkshake, first mentioned in 1885, was an alcoholic, egg-based tonic, not the sweet dessert we know today. Today, the question of which is the best shake in the world has evolved from a simple tonic to a complex debate spanning fast-food favorites, gourmet concoctions, and protein-packed nutritional drinks.