Does container size affect carbonation?

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On my next batch of brew I am thinking about bottling into a couple 2 liter growlers with swing tops so I can bring travel with them.

Is there a problem with bottle conditioning in such a big container (2 liters)?

Thanks as always.
 
Yes the larger the size, the longer it usually takes to carb and condition. 22's take longet than 12 ouncers.

I would be more concerned with trying to carb in a growler than how long it is going to take...Most growlers are not strong enough to take the pressure generated during the carbonation process...It's a lot different than transporting already carbed beer from a tap.

If you do a search for "growlers" you will find both successes and failures...I personally would not risk it.
 
Most growlers are not strong enough to take the pressure generated during the carbonation process.

Thanks. I was considering the growlers with the swing tops and rubber seals like the grolsch bottles.
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