You’ve made drinkable rainwater—congratulations! Now store it like precious wine. Use clean, dark, food-grade containers. Glass jars or BPA-free plastic jugs are fine. Keep them in a cool, dark place, like a pantry or basement. Sunlight and heat breed algae and bacteria.
Label your containers with the date. Rainwater isn’t immortal; use it within six months for best taste. I write on a piece of tape: “April 2026 Storm – Good for sparkling lemonade.” It’s a fun way to remember the weather.
