McDonald’s, a staple for quick and delicious meals, harbors a secret in its McCafe coffee machines, rendering them a questionable choice for caffeine enthusiasts. Here’s why you might want to reconsider your next McDonald’s drink order.
Neglect and Contamination
Behind the idea of convenience lies a disturbing reality: the McCafe machines are often neglected, leading to extremely unhygienic conditions unfit for many things, but especially beverage preparation. According to an anonymous McDonald’s employee, these machines have layers of filth, with “5+ inches of uncleaned, liquid making up its inside parts.” Despite attempts to highlight these issues to management, little has been done to rectify the situation, leaving customers unknowingly exposed to potential health hazards.1
