Owala bottle started smelling after weeks of use, how can I remove the odor?

If your Owala bottle started smelling after weeks of use, you can remove the odor by following these steps:

Disassemble the bottle completely;

• Take apart all removable parts:
– Lid
– Straw
– Silicone gasket

• Odors often come from hidden areas under the gasket or inside the straw

Wash with warm soapy water;

• Use dish soap and warm water
• Clean the bottle, lid, and straw with a bottle brush or straw brush
• Scrub the lid grooves and gasket area carefully

Use a baking soda soak;

• Fill the bottle with warm water and 1–2 teaspoons of baking soda
• Soak the lid and straw in the mixture for 30–60 minutes

Baking soda helps remove odors trapped in plastic or silicone.

Try a vinegar rinse if smell persists;

• Mix equal parts white vinegar and warm water
• Let it sit in the bottle for 15–20 minutes
• Rinse thoroughly afterward

Dry all parts completely;

• Leave the bottle and lid open to air dry
• Trapped moisture can cause odors to return.

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