Is it OK to store gin in a plastic bottle?
- Is it OK to store gin in a plastic bottle?
The alcohol stored is more likely to go off in a plastic bottle. Glass is impermeable to O2 and CO2, hence the spirits can be stored in the glass bottles for a longer duration. Permeability factor: Plastic is not as impermeable as glass. The alcohol stored is more likely to go off in a plastic bottle.
- Can you put alcohol in a plastic bottle?
There is a specific plastic that can be used for storing alcohol. It's called PET (polyethylene terephthalate, semicrystalline), which is compatible with holding 1-100% ethyl alcohol. This type of plastic will not get dissolved by ethanol. It is also the most common plastic that is used for food and drink storage.
- How long can alcohol be stored in a plastic bottle?
Unopened liquor has an indefinite shelf life. Opened liquor lasts about a year or two before it goes bad—meaning it starts losing its color and flavor. Don't use a liquor for well drinks if you won't use the whole bottle within two years. It does not generally become toxic, though.
- Does alcohol break down plastic?
Even though it may seem like a good idea to clean and remove scuff marks on plastic with rubbing alcohol, it can crack and discolor acrylic and plastic. The result: A damaged item with a crack or hole that can serve as a breeding ground for bacteria.