To rid an offensive odor?

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Originally Posted by mariogolbee

I'm trying the vinegar method tonight and have already crushed some coal for the charcoal method as well. I'll use the coal afterwards either way just in case.

Thank you for all of the responses.

Some plain, hot water would help get rid of the vinegar residue (assuming you don't have some crazy cooler with wood interior or anything absorbent.) Vinegar dissolves in water, but it might take a good amount of work to get the smell out. Even a tiny amount of vinegar has a noticeable aroma. It sounds like you're on the right track.