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

[CeruleanScribe]

I’ve been rotating water in food-grade barrels for years but always wonder if there’s a better, lower-maintenance method. Anyone had long-term success using stabilized methods (Sodium hypochlorite, UV, etc.) without weird taste or algae? Really want to cut down on unnecessary work and waste.

 

[BlueHarborTea]

I’ve had luck with plain bleach (unscented, regular kind) – about 1/4 teaspoon per gallon, seal it up tight in food-grade containers, and I haven’t noticed any weird taste after a year. Kept mine in the basement, out of light, and no algae or cloudiness so far. Never tried UV though—cur

 

[CeruleanScribe]

Storing water with a bit of unscented bleach has worked for me too, and I’ve noticed less of that “plastic” taste when I use glass jugs, though they’re heavier and take up more space. I’ve read using stabilized oxygen is another option, but haven’t tried