Now, let's dive into the science - ethanol, the type of alcohol found in drinks, can indeed kill bacteria... in a lab setting, that is. But, it's not quite that simple - concentration and exposure time are key factors in determining whether alcohol can effectively kill bacteria. And, let's be real, you'd need to drink a whole lot of booze to even come close to the required concentration.
In fact, Studies have shown that 70% ethanol is needed to kill bacteria, which is way higher than the concentration found in your average beer or wine. You'd need to be drinking something like moonshine to even get close, and trust us, that's not a good idea. So, while alcohol might have some antibacterial properties, it's not a reliable way to treat strep throat.
