A: The exact same rules apply. Any fresh citrus garnish handled
with bare hands and left at room temperature carries the same risk of bacterial contamination.
Q: Is it safe to eat the lemon wedge if I just squeeze it and take it out?A: Squeezing it might release the juices, but the rind has already been touching the water, and the flesh itself has been shown to harbor bacteria. It’s best to just leave it in the glass or ask for a fresh, uncut lemon to squeeze yourself (
A: The exact same rules apply. Any fresh citrus garnish handled
with bare hands and left at room temperature carries the same risk of bacterial contamination.
Q: Is it safe to eat the lemon wedge if I just squeeze it and take it out?A: Squeezing it might release the juices, but the rind has already been touching the water, and the flesh itself has been shown to harbor bacteria. It’s best to just leave it in the glass or ask for a fresh, uncut lemon to squeeze yourself (
