The amount of time that an opened bottle of whiskey will last can vary based upon the air to whiskey ratio in the bottle. Most experts believe that a half-filled bottle of open whiskey will last between 1 to 2 years. A quarter filled bottle may only last between 3 to 4 months. The impact of oxidisation on whiskey is the reason why many collectors will transfer their open whiskey into smaller containers, so the ratio of oxygen to whiskey remains lower. Doing this can add many months to the lifespan of an opened bottle of whiskey.
Whiskey is different to wine, in that it does not age while in the bottle. A whiskey that was aged for 12 years in a cask then placed into a bottle, remains a 12 year old whiskey — regardless of how many years later you open it. The whiskey will not improve or deteriorate while in the bottle as long as it is kept in ideal conditions.
You may notice the following tell tale signs:. If an old whiskey looks or smells bad, discard it immediately. If it looks and smells fine, taste a small amount to determine if it is safe to drink. If it has a milder taste than usual, that is fine. But if it has a sour, metallic, or other strange taste, discard it.
Here are a few simple tips that will help you maximise the length of time that your opened bottles of whiskey will last. Bourbon See All. The bigger the splash, the more diluted your whiskey will become, achieving the effect of ice without chilling the refreshment.
Small cubes or chunks of ice will melt faster than larger pieces, diluting your whiskey more quickly. If you want the chilling effect without the dilution, you might consider adding chilled whiskey stones. Tardie recommends rye whiskey bases due to their assertiveness and ability to hold their own in a mix. Had your fill of the classics? Method: In a shaker tin, add all ingredients except for ice. Dry shake for seconds. Add ice and shake again.
Double strain into a chilled glass. Garnish with a cherry. Argos AO. Privacy Policy Feedback. Down in one! Share this article Share. Share or comment on this article: Reckless moment a Texas man drinks an entire bottle of whiskey and feels like he is 'dying' after e-mail Comments Share what you think.
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