
This protects from oxygen exposure and keeps the spirit from evaporating into the air. If you plan to store spirits in the decanter for the long term, look for one with a stopper than makes a fairly airtight seal. In whiskey, as in nearly all food and drink, oxygen is the enemy of flavor. It's a good idea to leave a bit of room in the decanter if you fill it up all the way to the brim, it's awkward to pour from and liable to spill. For a larger-capacity decanter, consider that whiskey also comes in 1-liter (33.8-ounce) and 1.75-liter (59.1-ounce) bottles.
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Most decanters are built to hold a full "regular" bottle, which is 750 milliliters, or a little over 25 ounces-you might also know it as a "fifth" because it's roughly a fifth of a gallon. Judging capacity can be confusing because bottles are measured in metric but decanters are often measured in imperial. What to Look for in a Whiskey Decanter Capacity For amazing quality and a full set of glassware on a serious budget, try the Bormioli Rocco Selecta Whiskey Decanter Set instead.

Materials: Glass, wood, steel | Capacity: 28 ounces (decanter) | Dimensions: 4 x 4 x 6 inches | Weight: 3.6 poundsĪ beautiful creation from an all-time classic maker, the Waterford Lismore Diamond Decanter gets our top recommendation. On the other hand, the price is low enough that you could replace a broken set multiple times for less than the cost of a fancy crystal decanter. The walls of the decanter and glasses are also fairly thin, so you need to treat everything with care in general. Its round bottom means it can't sit on a bar or table and must be placed carefully back into the stand. It can hold the contents of a full 750-milliliter bottle, but that will fill it up almost to the top and make pouring kind of awkward. Keep in mind that the decanter is fairly small. It and the four matching glasses fit into the custom stand when not in use, and the set also includes whiskey stones for chilling your spirit without diluting it, as well as a steel funnel to fill the narrow-necked vessel with no spillage. The spherical decanter has a glass ship inside and is etched with a map of the globe. This decanter set wouldn't look out of place on the set of a Nicolas Cage movie, but you don't have to be an international treasure hunter to make it a fun accent in your study, office, rec room, or secret underground lair.

Materials: Glass, plastic | Capacity: 33.8 ounces (decanter), 9.5 ounces (glasses) | Dimensions: 11.8 x 7.8 x 4.1 inches | Weight: 4.5 pounds The heavy glass-topped stopper feels nice, but the part that actually seals in the liquid is plastic and feels a little cheap. It's safe for use in the dishwasher, although hand washing is recommended to ensure a longer life. Made from fine sands and raw materials in Parma, Italy, this incredibly detailed and durable decanter set should last you through cheers for years to come. The sturdy, heavy-based glasses are perfect for sipping spirits or cocktails, neat or on the rocks. For less than the cost of a nice bottle of bourbon, you get a gorgeous diamond-cut decanter with a 1-liter capacity and airtight lid-plus six matching tumblers. This decanter set makes a beautiful starter collection for the amateur drinker and elegant addition to any home bar for the seasoned connoisseur.
