Best Ways to Store Water Long-Term—What Actually Works?

[BlueSkyWanderer]

Most advice says use food-grade barrels, but I worry about plastic breakdown over years. Does anyone here actually have firsthand experience with glass or stainless steel for long-term water storage? Curious if the extra cost is worth it in terms of taste and safety.

 

[ChamomileCraze]

Stainless steel definitely keeps water fresher tasting over time, at least in my experience—much less plasticky flavor, and it doesn’t get any weird film. Downside is they’re heavy and really pricey for big quantities, so not the only option I’d use. Food-grade plastic is fine short-term, but I rotate it every year to be safe. Anyone had luck with big glass carboys? I always worry about breakage but love how inert glass is.