Only one fermenter what to do?

[Lukus]

I think my old fermenting bucket has seen its last brew, so now I only have one Carboy. Should I primary in it then move the beer to another bucket, clean the carboy then put the beer back in it for ageing. Let me know what you think.

Thanks

 

[EdWort]

Buy another bucket.

Another option is to go to a Sam's Club or Walmart and go to their bakery section and ask for the frosting buckets they are throwing away. They are 5 gallon food grade buckets.

 

[Parker36]

If it is for primary, however, you will probably one that is about 6.5 gallons, not just 5

 

[ohiobrewtus]

I'd recommend picking up another bucket, or giving it an overnight soak in some oxiclean.

You can also leave your beer in primary for 3-4 weeks then bottle.

 

[malkore]

+1 leave it in primary 3-4 weeks, then bottle or keg.