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Don't Store High-Quality Whiskey In Its Original Bottle. Here's Why

When you've invested in a high-end item, it's understandable to want to show it off. That goes for cars, new gadgets, and whiskey, too. However, while it might be tempting to prominently display that bottle of bourbon, scotch, or other whiskey on your home bar, true aficionados know that's actually a mistake. Experts recommend storing your expensive whiskey differently to preserve its quality for the long run.

The secret lies in keeping your premium whiskey in the smallest bottle that will fit the volume you have remaining. The goal is to reduce the amount of air trapped inside with your alcohol as much as possible. Too much empty room (known as headspace) allows undesirable oxidation. For those unfam

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