2023-12-29 19:35:07
The holiday season, a time when we take the time to gather with friends and family, is often accompanied by alcoholic beverages. Wines, beers, spirits… How long can we keep our bottle of alcohol once it is opened?
Although some people might believe that alcohol does not have an expiration date, you should all inspect your alcoholic beverage before consuming as a precaution, according to the DailyMail.
What is the expiration date for spirits?
After opening, the spirit can be consumed for two years.
Whiskey, vodka, tequila, brandy, gin and rum have a high alcohol content with little sugar. Thus, all this beautiful mixture prevents oxidation and the presence of bacteria, when they have not been opened.
However, when the bottle is opened, exposed to oxygen, a chemical reaction causes the drink to change color and taste.
Therefore, when the spirit is opened, it is recommended to consume it within the following 12 to 18 months, in order to preserve the taste.
What is the expiration date of beer?
All types of beer, in a can or glass, should be consumed one to two days following opening.
The oxidation of this type of alcohol causes a very particular taste following a few days and the mixture evaporates following a few hours.
If the beer is in the fridge and unopened, it can be consumed up to two years following its expiration date.
What is the expiration date of wine?
When a bottle of wine is opened, oxidation begins instantly. The expiration date depends on the type of wine, the place of storage and the remaining quantity.
However, a bottle of white or rosé wine, opened and stored in the fridge, will keep for three to five days.
Sparkling wine only lasts one or two days.
In winter, a bottle of red wine can be kept for four to five days following opening. While in summer, due to the heat, it only lasts for three days. It is recommended to store red wine in a dark place.
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