Ever gazed upon that dusty, half-open bottle of booze from two Christmases ago and thought, ‘Darling, are you still good, or have you gone over to the dark side?’
Well, my spirited friend, you’re not alone. Dive into this intoxicating read as we uncork the truth about the shelf life of your favorite libations once they’ve been greeted by the outside world. Cheers to knowing when to sip or skip!
How Long Does Aperol Last?
It depends on how much exposure it has had to air, light and heat. So once you open it, the durability drops dramatically. Let’s talk unopened vs. opened.
How Long Does Aperol Last If It’S Unopened?
Aperol and other types of liqueurs and cordials have a relatively high sugar content and lower alcohol content compared to hard liquors.
Alcohol kills bacteria and sugar promotes it, so these spirits tend not to last as long. Though they are still fine for several years as long as you don’t crack the seal.
How Long Does Aperol Last Once It Is Opened?
It will probably start losing its flavor and color after 6 months and after a year won’t really be enjoyable anymore.
Also, the lower the level of remaining liquor in the bottle, the more air is in the bottle and the faster it will degrade. So if you have an unloved bottle or two with an eight of an inch left at the bottom, use it up or toss it out!
Here’S What You Can Do With That Aging Alcohol:
He has a recipe in the video, but you can really put whatever you want in Jungle Juice and it will taste pretty good.
Other Recipe Ideas For Aperol
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Sources
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/not-all-alcohol-gets-better-age