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How can I tell how old my Jim Beam is?
Most bottle manufacturers molded the year into the glass at the bottom of the bottle in 2-digit format. You’ll often find it in the lower right portion when looking at the bottom (some dates are much easier to distinguish than others). This will usually tell you–within a year or two–when the whiskey was bottled.
When did Jim Beam stop making decanters?
It wasn’t just classic automobiles. Between 1955 and 1992, Jim Beam collaborated with the Illinois-based ceramics company Regal China to produce thousands of decanters.
When did Jim Beam start making decanters?
Jim beam decanters are an integral part of the mid-20th century whiskey culture. The first decanter was produced in 1952 and was shaped like a wood-top bowling pin. This and many more unique designs changed the world of Bourbon packaging for over 40 years.
How long is Bourbon good in a decanter?
Spirits will last 1-2 years as long as the decanter seal is airtight. Keeping whiskey as you would when it’s in a bottle is the same storage ‘rule of thumb’. In addition to controlling light, air, temperature, and humidity exposure, you should also control the humidity.
Can you drink 80 year old whiskey?
Can Old Whiskey Make You Sick? Alcohol that is past its expiration date won’t affect you. Liquor that has been open more than a year is generally only going to taste duller.
What can you do with old decanters?
Used as a vase, clear glass decanters let flowers shine. Elizabeth Anne Designs used one as part of wedding decorations. Lee Broom makes pendant lamps from glass decanters. A DIY version would involve cutting the glass bottoms and inserting a pendant lamp kit.
Are Jim Beam decanters made by Wade?
The Regal China Company of Illinois monopolized the production of limited edition decanters (Jim Beam) until 1992 when the wade company began rolling out limited edition bottles too and attracted many collectors who now share interests in Jim Beam and Wade decanters. Here’s a list of 10 Jim Beam Decanters you can find around.
What is the most expensive decanter in the beam collection?
The most expensive decanter in the Beam collection is the 1991 limited edition Gold Semi 18-wheeler, which goes for $3000. A close second is the famous and very rare 1964 First National Bank bottle with names of each board member, which lists for $1,584.
When was the first Bourbon decanter made?
The first decanter was produced in 1952 and was shaped like a wood-top bowling pin. This and many more unique designs changed the world of Bourbon packaging for over 40 years.
What kind of bottle is Jim Beam I Dream of Jeannie?
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