On the one hand, sure. In the other hand, isn't that why we soak the melon with vodka like this??
That's preferable. It's the reason why pickle or just in general try to make it as an inhospitable place for bacteria as possible. But even alcohol given oxygen and the right airborne bacteria can turn to vinegar.
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On the one hand, sure. In the other hand, isn't that why we soak the melon with vodka like this??
That's preferable. It's the reason why pickle or just in general try to make it as an inhospitable place for bacteria as possible. But even alcohol given oxygen and the right airborne bacteria can turn to vinegar.