Two experts weigh in.
“It went into the barrel in 1963 and came out of the barrel in 1969.”
Despite the bottle being about half a century old, the unopened bourbon tasted great.
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Will An Unopened Bottle Of Bourbon Go Bad?
So, will unopened bourbon always keep?
However, it doesn’t mean that it will go bad per se.
Was the bottle found in a barn, or a basement next to a window?
And do you think it has been there for decades?
How Long Will An Opened Bottle Of Bourbon Last?
The moment we pop the cork, we introduce this catalyst of change to the spirit, Smith says.
The clock is ticking, so to speak.
When the bottle is around one-fourth full, just drink it.
You’re likely introducing change quicker than you may think.
Besides, bourbon is meant to be enjoyed, not rationed for infinity, he says.
Does Bourbon Ever Expire?
In terms of true expirationlike milk, for exampleno, bourbon does not expire.
It is possible that the batch may have been handled differently in transit or storage, he says.
