Paul E. Lehmann wrote:
> Mark wrote:
>
>> I know that for 5 or 6 gallon batches glass
>> carboys are recommended to
>> keep oxygen exposure limited. When planning
>> larger batches though does it make sense to use
>> a fermenter like this one
>> http://tinyurl.com/ynb3om
>> and not have as narrow a neck?
>>
>> Please comment and let me know what you think.
>>
>> Mark
>
> Are you talking about fermentation only or storage
> after fermentation? For fermentation, you do not
> need to worry about oxygen exposure. There are
> many food grade HDPE containers suitable for
> this. For long term storage, if you do not plan
> on using a barrel, I would suggest stainless
> steel with a floating lid that you can seal
> tightly - or a collection of glass carboys.

Thank you for your reply.
This is for fermentation only, possibly through clearing. For aging it
will go into oak, or directly to a bottle to age.

Mark