To prevent the next foods you store in the container from absorbing the coffee smell and taste, deodorize the plastic with safe household elements.
Things You Will Need
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Wash the plastic with warm, soapy water to remove any coffee residue. Rinse the plastic when done and smell.
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Sprinkle baking soda into the plastic cup or container, cover and let sit overnight. The baking soda is a natural odor absorbent that will pull out the coffee odor.
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Pour about 1 cup white vinegar into the plastic bowl. The vinegar is also a deodorizing element, and will foam when mixed with the baking soda. Cover the container or cup and shake to thoroughly clean the plastic. Discard the mixture and rinse the plastic.
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Soak the plastic in a 50/50 solution of water and white vinegar for about one hour if any odor remains. Wash the plastic with soapy water afterward, rinse and dry the plastic.
The Drip Cap
- Plastic containers work well for storing foods, but the common problem is the food odor that gets left behind.
- Wash the plastic with warm, soapy water to remove any coffee residue.
- The baking soda is a natural odor absorbent that will pull out the coffee odor.