Drink care is self-care

20/03/2024

You might be tempted to throw away that dusty bottle of Henny or pricey champagne when cleaning out your pantry.


While it's true that wine improves with age, you might be wondering if the same is true for other alcoholic beverages, particularly if they've already been opened.


This article explores numerous drinks and their safety while explaining everything you need to know about alcohol expiration.


Before being distilled, their base, sometimes known as mash, goes through yeast fermentation. Multiple distillations are used to give some booze a smoother flavor. To add complexity, the resulting liquor may next be matured in casks or barrels made of different types of wood.

The aging process of the whiskey ends when it is packaged. Industry professionals advise consuming it within 6 to 8 months of opening it for the best flavor.

It's recommended to keep alcohol in a cold, dark area, but it's not required. Keep the bottles upright to prevent corrosion that could damage flavor and quality from happening when the liquid touches the cap.


Wine is created by fermentation, just like beer and booze. However, grapes are always used in its production as opposed to grains or other vegetation. Grape stems and seeds can sometimes be utilized to intensify the flavor.


To further enhance their flavor, certain wines are stored in casks or barrels for months or years. Cheap wines should be enjoyed within two years of bottling, although excellent wines may get better with age.

Wines made organically, particularly those without sulfites as a preservative, should be enjoyed within three to six months of purchase.

The quality and flavor of wine are impacted by light and heat. So, keep it out of direct sunlight in a cool, dry atmosphere. Corked wine should be placed on its side, as opposed to alcohol and beer. Wine may be kept properly stored for several years.

When wine is opened, it is exposed to oxygen, speeding up aging. For the optimum flavor, most wines should be consumed 3–7 days after opening. Between pours, take care to cork them and store them in the refrigerator 

Brandy or another distilled liquor is added to fortified wines. If properly stored, these packaged wines can remain fresh for up to 28 days after opening.

Sparkling wines should be eaten as soon as possible after opening for maximum carbonation since they have the lowest shelf life. Use an airtight wine cork to store them in the refrigerator to increase their shelf life. The bottle must be finished in 1-3 days.


Now that you know how to treat your drinks right. You can order some sweet combos to treat yourself here. 


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