Marsdude
Well-Known Member
I have read the thread about using aluminum pots as boil kettles. I have been wanting to try an all grain brew and the only thing stopping me was having a big enough pot. We run a commercial kitchen here and I just realized today (yes I am slow) that I have two 40qt. aluminum pot in the commercial kitchen. I could borrow one of them on brew day.
Here is my question. These pots have been used for years to cook everything you can imagine would be cooked in a pot. They are in good condition, however I was wondering if they would be OK to use to brew. If I cleaned one out well, would there be any problem with unwanted flavors in my brew?
If it would be OK to use, what should I clean them out with, a good dish soap? I can also run them through the commercial dishwasher.
Here is my question. These pots have been used for years to cook everything you can imagine would be cooked in a pot. They are in good condition, however I was wondering if they would be OK to use to brew. If I cleaned one out well, would there be any problem with unwanted flavors in my brew?
If it would be OK to use, what should I clean them out with, a good dish soap? I can also run them through the commercial dishwasher.