Kayos
Well-Known Member
Why not just use a growler with a stopper and airlock?
Some people do use growlers, but keeping the magnet balanced on the convex bottom is a PITA. The flat bottom is the main selling point of the flasks.
You can also boil directly in the flask, as long as you don't have an electric-coil stovetop.
But can you go directly to ice water from the stovetop?
But can you go directly to ice water from the stovetop?
I use 2 liter flasks, 1/2 gal growlers and one gallon jugs. I'd like to eventually get a 5 liter flask when the budget permits, but I'm in no particular hurry to do so. I use a 2" stir bar with all of the above containers without problems. IMO, problems with throwing the stir bars are usually the result of poor magnet positioning, alignment or balance. I've also learned that it helps a lot to make sure the stir plate is well leveled.
My LHBS had unbranded Kimax 5L flasks for 35 bucks. It took all my self control to not buy 3 of them.
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