330. TK's Flat Seltzer

Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of drinking a can
of seltzer that tasted flat and was slightly crushed after being
in ice for an hour.


Dr. Don - not risky
Professor Ben - not risky


TK on Twitter: “@bugcounter @benjaminchapman this can was
normal shapes before being submerged in ice for an hour. Can
crushed in, no leaks. Upon opening, can completely flat tasting
as if somehow the CO2 escaped. Any risk of botulism in carbonated
water? I can’t imagine, but the wife asked.
https://t.co/yjLegc7fXw” / Twitter

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