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Why wine bottles are usually 750 ml and dark green

When it comes to wine, two things are common almost everywhere in the world: most standard wine bottles hold exactly 750 millilitres, and they are usually made of dark-coloured glass. But why is that? According to experts, the answer lies in a mix of history, trade traditions, human habits and practical considerations. Here's a closer look.

How the 750 ml standard emerged

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