Arthur wrote:
> Bob (this one) wrote:
>> Arthur wrote:
>>>>
>>> I've recently discovered that the pretty lemons and limes in my
>>> grocery stores are coated with some sort of "edible" carnuba or
>>> beeswax product. No one seems to worry about it. I try to scrub those
>>> lemons whose rind I plan to use, but, since the stuff is waterproof,
>>> I wonder what I am accomplishing. Anyone which thoughts on this matter??
>>
>> Warm water, a brush, and a minute's rubbing and will get most of it off.
>>
>> Pastorio
>
> Good. Thanks. I wonder how lemons are prewashed at my local cocktail
> lounge??? [will that be with a twist of wax?]

I've never seen a bartender wash a lemon. Including me.

Pastorio