Quickly cover the drain with a wet cloth or the drain plug. You want to keep the fizzing reaction concentrated inside the pipe rather than letting it bubble up into the sink. Let this sit for at least 15 to 30 minutes (or up to an hour for stubborn smells).
Remove the cover and pour another kettle of hot water down the drain to flush away the loosened debris.
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