I have made 2 batches of beer so far, using a 7 gal. food grade plastic drum. I used fresh drums for each batch. After bottling, I cleaned out the drums carefully. let them air dry and put them on the shelf with the misc parts in side, and the top ajar for air circulation. there is a acidy smell left over in both drums. I filled both drums with water and washing soda, let them soak for a few days, then gave a good rinse, and air dryed, after a few days with the lid on loose, the smell returns. weaker, but still there. Any suggestions about a good cleaner? cleaning procedure? I'm using b-bright as a sanitizer. btw, both batches came out very good, but I'm afraid to make another batch without an absolutly clean fermenter. Thanks in advance Frank
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20 years ago