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Decanter sizes are pretty standard. They come in 0.75 liter, 1 liter, and some up to 1.5 liters. If you have a bottle of wine, for example, it is typically at a 0.75 liter volume. This is mainly for the purpose of added aesthetics. The standard size is around 8 inches tall and about 3.5 inches wide. They also always come with a glass stopper and with a capacity of 26 ounces or so. Decanters for Young Wines

Uranium Glass Decanter: Uranium glass has uranium in it. This is usually in an oxide diuranate form. It is often in powder form and is added to the glass mix before it is then melted down with coloration and other elements eventually added to it. A rum decanter provides rum the same benefits it provides wine from the process of decanting. Although the process of aeration doesn’t really do anything for the quality of the rum, it helps improve its flavor. Rum is a particularly strong type of liquor. It means that its taste and effects may turn out to be pretty intense especially when it’s consumed. It will usually come in with a stopper but there may be instances wherein it won’t have one either. It depends on the design that you’re buying; whether it’s meant to decant wine, scotch, brandy, run, or any other type of alcohol or spirit. Novelty Decanter Brandy decanters usually come in with some textured glass and this will help it look sparkling. A smoother glass container though will give you a more nuanced or a more subtle touch to it. Coffee Decanters Decanting is the process of pouring the contents of a wine bottle into another receptacle—usually an ornate wine server made of glass, but not always. – A First Course in Wine: From Grape to Glass, Dan Amatuzzi

Glass artist Josh DeWall crafted this incredible Octopus Decanter.

An octopus decanter is a work of art and is an absolutely gorgeous piece. It is usually made out of glass that has been hand blown so it’s really more of an artisanal piece. The shape, as the name suggests, is that of an octopus. As usual, these decanters come with an airtight seal to make sure that the alcohol does not evaporate over time. Decanting it will allow the alcohol to be exposed to some air and this can take some of its strength off but solidify its flavor overall. Wine Decanters

Make sure that the bottle is tilted at a 45-degree angle. It’s simple and convenient and it can do so much for your liquor’s taste. More than that, what you can be assured of is that this is something that you will be able to do with just one hand. Decanter SizesA cognac vessel can come in a lot of different forms but the most common ones would have to be square decanters that are made out of crystal or glass that has been cut. A square glass decanter is highly recommended if you would like to store spirits such as rum, whiskey, or wine. If you like to switch it up a bit and vary with the drinks, a square glass decanter will turn out to be the perfect piece to accommodate this for you. This container is very symmetrical. It makes it really easy to handle and efficiently pour out any type of alcohol in a glass. Leaded Crystal Decanter: A leaded crystal decanter is much like crystal except that it is denser. The lead in the crystal brings in a wider spectrum of light refraction. This means that it will sparkle so much more than typical crystal or glass. Olive oil decanters are usually made out of dark-colored glass bottles. This helps out a lot when it comes to keeping your olive oil out of the light. They can also be made out of stainless steel. The whole point of a decanter is that you need to be able to minimize the oil’s UV exposure as much as possible.

A brandy decanter veers a bit away from tradition. Instead of a usual plain glass bottle, its glass quality better highlights the color of the alcohol. Brandy will at times have certain variations to it and this is something that the decanter will be able to showcase. Filtering is almost the same process with the only difference being that you use filter paper to separate the mixture from the sediments even more. Filtration is more effective in spotting and separating the insoluble particles that might otherwise come along when you pour out the wine. Decanters Vs. Aerators

When you want a glass of wine,  simply hold the decanter by one of its tentacles and tip the liquid out.

Cut Glass Decanter: A cut glass decanter is basically still a type of glass decanter but the difference is in the technique of how the glass is decorated. It is oftentimes ornamented with other elements such as patterns etched right on the surface. Paying homage to your love of wine and all things oceanic, the Wine Savant 500ml “Octopus” Decanter is the perfect way to bring personality to your entertaining. The distinctive shape of an octopus provides a unique touch to any table and adds a special flair to serving your favorite wines and spirits. Made from hand blown borosilicate glass, this will both acclimate and aerate your wine as it pours out. This elegant decanter set takes your home decor to the next level. It will be the beginning of many conversations as your guests gravitate towards the decanter in awe of its beauty and novelty. The perfect bar accessory or decorative piece Shoot for the sky with this awesome whiskey decanter dispenser. Revolver gun decanter and bullet shot glasses will undoubtedly enhance your drinking experience. Gins are recommended to be stored in decanters that are made out of glass that isn’t textured. A great gin container will usually have a magnifying effect that’s perfect for showcasing the delicate colors of the spirit.

Some are shaped like grenades, perfume bottles, skulls, and so on. It can literally be in any shape or design you can possibly think of. If it can be formed by hand blowing the glass, you can be assured that it can certainly be fashioned into a novelty designer decanter of your choice. Chiseled Side Decanter

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Take note that it should be hot water, not boiling water. Overly hot temperatures could end up ruining the glass. Best Type Of Decanter For Red Wine Tequila vesselss are for tequila lovers, for sure. Tequila is a liquor with a particularly strong flavor. That’s why it’s essential to really allow it to breathe. Doing so will help you get rid of its bitterness and come up with a more solid flavor.