5 gallon water jug carboy?

Frost · Aug 10, 2008

I was in lowes the other day and they sell 5 gallon water jugs for around 7 dollars. I got the idea to use them as a carboy because of their low price. Would there be any problems with this? They are made for storing/dispensing water so surely it'd be okay to use it for beer, right? Any feedback is appreciated.

DutchK9 · Aug 10, 2008

There is a long thread on this if you search it. The bottom line is if the plastic carboy has a 1 or a 2 on the bottom then it is okay. Stay away from the 7's and other numbers.

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McKBrew · Aug 10, 2008

There are numerous threads on this. This one is probably one of the best sources to help you choose.

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