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Portland uses a process called Chloramination. it's starts with Chlorine to disinfect. Next they add ammonia to ensure disinfection remains adequate. Is this bad? Shod I just go get bottles?

I am in Oregon.

Thanks everyone. A lot of good info. Portland has very clean tap water so I think I will just go for it. I love the idea of filling jugs the night before and letting them breathe. Old school. I can't wait to get started. As soon as I get these dam kids asleep. Thanks again!!! lb

Hey everyone. I am about to brew my first batch. I feel a little nervous. I know I shouldn't, but I don't want to screw up. Anyway. Can I use tap water for the brew or do I need to buy bottles? I live in Portland where ther is not much chlorine or chemical in the tap water. Or, if I use tap...