Why Vinegar Is the Secret Star of German Households – And How You Can Use It Too When you think of German efficiency, your mind might go to precision engineering, punctual trains, or meticulous recycling habits. But there’s one humble item found in almost every German household that might surprise you: vinegar. In Germany, vinegar isn’t just for salads. It’s a powerful, affordable, eco-friendly staple for cleaning, deodorizing, disinfecting, and even laundry. In this .