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GOST bottles for storing alcohol. What container is suitable

Starting from a fairly simple chemical composition, vodka does not require special rules storage.

However, the shelf life of this product still exists.

Suitability depends on factors such as composition, storage conditions and the container in which the drink is located.

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The label of an alcoholic beverage must contain the following information:

There are some recommendations for storing an alcoholic beverage, namely:

  • the storage place should be dark, without any lighting;
  • the temperature regime should be maintained within 5-20 ° C;
  • permissible air humidity 85%.

The shelf life of vodka depends on the composition of the drink.

Plain vodka consists of ethyl alcohol and specially treated water. Due to this, it is not very pleasant in taste, but the shelf life is quite high, due to the absence of components that can deteriorate over time.

In a special class of vodka, the taste of alcohol is muted by adding special additives, and the drink becomes softer. For this purpose, components are mainly used plant origin, on which, in principle, the shelf life depends.

After some time, due to the presence of impurities, an oxidation reaction occurs, after which it is highly undesirable to drink vodka.

Shelf life of vodka, according to GOST:

  • with sealed containers - 6-12 months from the date of spill;
  • if the bottle is already open - no more than 3 months, provided that the container is tightly closed.

The best container for storing alcoholic beverages at home is a glass container.

Glass does not react with alcohol, so it does not affect the quality of the product in any way.

Everyone knows that alcohol is a chemical substance.

When exposed to plastic containers, a reaction occurs, and, as a result, poisons are released that are very dangerous for the body.

Homemade alcoholic drink people have been making since ancient times. For its production, as a rule, sugar, bread, grain, fruits, berries are used.

The quality and shelf life of moonshine directly depends on the quality of the ingredients used.. Subject to the rules of fermentation, distillation and purification, moonshine can be stored in a sealed glass container for quite a long time.

Again, it all depends on the raw materials used and the process of making the drink.

Whiskey is a strong drink made from barley or other cereal crops, aged in oak barrels.

At proper storage this drink can last over 100 years. Basic storage recommendations:

  • lack of sunlight;
  • storage temperature throughout the entire time should not experience minimal changes;
  • when the container is open, the whiskey exhales, so the cork must be tightly closed;
  • vertical storage.

Whiskey perfectly absorbs the smells of the materials with which it comes into contact. Therefore, in order to avoid contact with the cork, the bottle must be in a vertical position.

Cognac belongs to the noble spirits, has exquisite fragrance and high strength. Storage conditions are quite simple, but still they should be followed:

  • storage in a dark place, without access to sunlight;
  • vertical position of the bottle;
  • the temperature should not be higher than 18-20 °.

Cognac is able to retain its properties for a long time. However, after the brandy is poured from an oak barrel into a bottle, the aging process stops. According to many, cognac does not deteriorate, but if storage conditions are not followed, the drink may run out of steam and lose its qualities.

Rum is strong alcoholic drink, which is made from molasses and sugar syrup. Before bottling, it is mixed with water and other rum spirits.

An open bottle of rum is best stored in a dark and cool place. The container must be tightly closed, otherwise the drink will begin to evaporate, and be in an upright position.

If you follow these simple rules, rum can be stored at home for several years.

Tequila is national drink Mexicans, is produced by distillation and has a strength of 38-40 °.

It keeps best in a cool and dark place. Do not believe that with prolonged storage, the drink becomes better.

First of all, you need to look at the manufacturer, on which the quality, age and strength of tequila directly depend. The drink can also be stored in the refrigerator.

Sambuca is a liqueur sweet taste, with anise flavor.

You should pay attention to the expiration date of a corked bottle of sambuca on the packaging itself. An open bottle is recommended to be stored for no more than 4 months.

It is necessary to remember and adhere to the rules for the storage of alcoholic beverages. Do not drink alcohol with an expired date indicated on the package. This can lead to poisoning and other health problems.

For the expiration dates of other products, see the following video:

Conditions affecting the shelf life of moonshine (vodka, alcohol)

Clouded crystal pure moonshine(if more than 10 days have passed after dilution with water) and (or) the appearance of a precipitate in the form of flakes is a sign of improper storage. Often worsens not only appearance but also the quality. We will consider the parameters that affect the shelf life of moonshine. Having created right conditions, the drink can be left for decades. But just one mistake can ruin a product irrevocably. All of the above tips apply to others as well. strong drinks: vodka, ethyl alcohol, cognac, whiskey, etc.

1. Container. The most important factor on which the shelf life depends on 80-90% strong alcohol because alcohol is active substance, which reacts with most materials, which is fraught with the release harmful impurities. At home ideal option containers are glass bottles, carboys and jars for preservation.

It is better to use bottles from state-owned vodka (with a “native” cork), into which no other substances were poured. Even if in containers a short time there were products or liquids, then before use the container must be thoroughly washed and dried, and then checked for the presence of third-party odors that can spoil the aroma of the distillate.

Another prerequisite for containers for storing moonshine is tightness. On outdoors alcohol evaporates quickly. Even a poorly screwed cork (lid) can cause a decrease in strength due to evaporation, only water will remain. Corks should fit snugly on the neck of the bottle.

It is better to roll up cans with steel lids, since they are more reliable and safer than nylon ones. Nylon is one of the types of plastic that, when in contact with alcohol, can release harmful substances, this will be discussed later.

metal lids preferably kapron

It is impossible to pour moonshine into containers where inedible products, such as gasoline or glue, were previously stored, since it is very difficult to wash such containers with a guarantee, the risk of irretrievably spoiling the distillate is very high.

For very large volumes, barrels made of of stainless steel used in industry. Food grade stainless steel, like glass, does not react with alcohol, so it is safe. But aluminum cans and enamelware unsuitable.

Food grade stainless steel barrels are a good solution for large volumes

It is strictly forbidden to store moonshine and other alcoholic beverages with a strength above 15-20 degrees in plastic containers, the only exception is a special one designed for strong alcohol plastic, but this material rarely appears in retail sales.

Alcohol corrodes most plastic bottles, as a result, moonshine becomes cloudy, flakes or loose sediment appear at the bottom, bad smell. There were times when alcohol "burned through" thin plastic through and through.

Cloudy moonshine in a plastic container

But even if moonshine has not changed visually after storage in a plastic bottle, this does not mean that the drink is safe, many harmful substances cannot be determined organoleptically (by taste and smell). When alcohol reacts with different types Plastic releases carcinogens such as formaldehyde (phenol) and styrene.

Many home distillers prefer to store moonshine in oak barrels. Sometimes similar solution justified, but this method has a number of disadvantages. First, you need to purchase and prepare a barrel for use, create normal storage conditions, including temperature and humidity, then periodically check the safety of the barrel. Secondly, evaporation must be taken into account - regardless of the amount of loss in best case will be about a liter of filled distillate per year. Thirdly, the taste of moonshine will change. Therefore, I consider barrels as a cooking method. individual drink but not a storage container.

After aging in a barrel, moonshine changes color and taste

2. Composition. There may be third-party additives in moonshine (except for alcohol and water): sugar, lemon acid, herbal extracts, fruits, berries, other substances that improve the aroma or taste of moonshine, as well as essential oils and other impurities remaining due to improper distillation and (or) purification. It is impossible to predict how all these substances will behave during long exposure.

It all depends on the composition, concentration and chemical reactions of third-party components between themselves on the one hand, and alcohol on the other. Usually natural supplements precipitate or become cloudy when exposed to direct sunlight, which only worsens the visual perception of the drink, but does not affect the quality.

It works here general rule- store moonshine with additives for no more than a year, and for several years and longer, lay only well-purified distillate or alcohol diluted with high-quality water without the addition of third-party substances.

3. Conditions. Correct temperature and humidity along with lack of sunlight block or slow down most chemical reactions. This is very important in the case of storing moonshine with additives, but for a “clean” distillate it is also desirable to create optimal conditions, especially if the drink is laid on long term- 3-10 years.

I recommend placing the container with moonshine in a dark room (or at least protect it from direct sunlight) with a temperature of 5-20 ° C and a relative humidity of 85%. Be sure to periodically check the appearance of the drink and the tightness.

The article mentions plastic for storing alcohol, but what exactly is it called?

I do not know the marking, it seems that it does not go on sale to the public.

There were problems with the preparation of the barrel for strong drinks, previously it was used to age wine, I have soaked it for almost a month, but the fermentation continues ..

I pour moonshine under the cork. Bottles screw or with a cork stopper.

It will stand, the moonshine will become less.

They drink or let corks go.

I turn the bottles upside down. They don't drip.

However, alcohol can evaporate.

When dismantling the barn in the country, which was inherited by me ( Krasnodar region), found about 75 liters of chacha. And all this in plastic bottles. Just chacha in 5 liter bottles. Tinctures in containers from mineral water and soda (fanta, sprite, cola). The stickers and inscriptions of the manufacturer have decayed, faded and come off, but I was able to establish that the "exposure" of this "wealth" is about 15-17 years. During this time, many bottles were deformed.

It is clear that a lot of dangerous chemicals have appeared in plastic bottles during this time. But it's a pity to pour it out. Is it possible to cut off harmful chemistry by distillation? How to cut off (following the example of heads and tails)?

Pour out or use for technical needs, there are no other options.

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can you store alcohol in a plastic bottle

In chapter Other culinary to the question How long can alcohol be stored in plastic containers? Offered directly from the factory in 5l canisters. I think there is a sense given by the author Zoya Palchun the best answer is I once stored 15 liters of cognac in canisters. but since he drank everything in a month and a half. Hard to say. How long could he stay there?

not for long. Best to start using as soon as you receive it.

It is better to pour as soon as possible into glass containers, and even better - in Yourself!

Alcohol can be long. Everything else will rot. Glass bottles with corks can be found in a chemical glassware store or stolen from the same factory.

I, as an ecologist, can tell you that a certain amount of dioxins (a very dangerous toxic substance) is released from plastic bottles directly into alcoholic beverages (beer) every day. In small doses, not very dangerous, but still. . In general with

Pour into glass container

Take it, I'll help you store it, I'll take half for myself.

There is always a point when offered. the most important thing is that the canisters do not smell like plastic ... can be poured into glass jars with iron lids.

If for myself, then this is insane. And if for sale, then to the last drop.

there's a meaning. Brother so traded in Absinthe and Vodka (quite acceptable quality). Dispersed quickly, but he poured into other plastic ones. Sales through Contact and Internet business established. Dispersed quickly enough, so there are opportunities. True, it was my

If there is no glass container, then you can pour it into 3 liters. banks. Stored forever. When you need to pour alcohol into beautiful bottles or carafes.

a lot of. offered. can you help?

I kept alcohol in such a canister for three years, gradually pouring out of it, and there was no aftertaste.

It depends on what kind of plastic. He is very different. Smirnoff vodka and whiskey are different in plastic bottles

You can store it, but it depends on whether it is food plastic or not and how tightly this container closes.

Of course, there is food grade plastic, but it’s worth pouring. Pour into jars with screw-on lids. Until you get the bottles.

They may even refuse! Fuck yourself to poison!

In jars and seal tightly. I did.

Turbidity of crystal clear moonshine (if more than 10 days have passed after dilution with water) and (or) the appearance of sediment in the form of flakes is a sign of improper storage. Often, not only the appearance deteriorates, but also the quality. We will consider the parameters that affect the shelf life of moonshine. By creating the right conditions, the drink can be left for decades. But just one mistake can ruin a product irrevocably. All the above tips are also relevant for other strong drinks: vodka, ethyl alcohol, cognac, whiskey, etc.

1. Container. The most important factor on which the shelf life of strong alcohol depends by 80-90%, since alcohol is an active substance that reacts with most materials, which is fraught with the release of harmful impurities. At home, glass bottles, bottles and cans for preservation are ideal packaging options.

It is better to use bottles from state-owned vodka (with a “native” cork), into which no other substances were poured. If there were food or liquids in the containers even for a short time, then the containers must be thoroughly washed and dried before use, and then checked for the presence of foreign odors that could spoil the aroma of the distillate.

Another prerequisite for containers for storing moonshine is tightness. In the open air, alcohol evaporates quickly. Even a poorly screwed cork (lid) can cause a decrease in strength due to evaporation, only water will remain. Corks should fit snugly on the neck of the bottle.

It is better to roll up cans with steel lids, since they are more reliable and safer than nylon ones. Nylon is one of the types of plastic that, when in contact with alcohol, can release harmful substances, this will be discussed later.


Metal lids are preferable to nylon ones

It is impossible to pour moonshine into containers where inedible products, such as gasoline or glue, were previously stored, since it is very difficult to wash such containers with a guarantee, the risk of irretrievably spoiling the distillate is very high.

For very large volumes, industrial stainless steel drums are recommended. Food grade stainless steel, like glass, does not react with alcohol, so it is safe. But aluminum cans and enamelware are not suitable.


Food grade stainless steel barrels are a good solution for large volumes

It is strictly forbidden to store moonshine and other alcoholic beverages with a strength above 15-20 degrees in plastic containers, the only exception is a special one designed for strong alcohol plastic, but this material rarely appears in retail sales.

Alcohol corrodes most plastic bottles, as a result, moonshine becomes cloudy, flakes or loose sediment appear at the bottom, and an unpleasant odor. There were times when alcohol "burned through" thin plastic through and through.


Cloudy moonshine in a plastic container

But even if moonshine has not changed visually after storage in a plastic bottle, this does not mean that the drink is safe, many harmful substances cannot be determined organoleptically (by taste and smell). When alcohol reacts with different types of plastic, carcinogens such as formaldehyde (phenol) and styrene are released.

Many home distillers prefer to store moonshine in oak barrels. Sometimes such a decision is justified, but this method has a number of disadvantages. First, you need to purchase and create normal storage conditions, including temperature and humidity, then periodically check the safety of the barrel. Secondly, evaporation should be taken into account - regardless of the volume, losses at best will be about a liter of filled distillate per year. Thirdly, the taste of moonshine will change. Therefore, I consider barrels as a method of preparing a separate drink, but not a container for storage.


After aging in a barrel, moonshine changes color and taste

2. Composition. Moonshine may contain third-party additives (except for alcohol and water): sugar, citric acid, herbal extracts, fruits, berries, other substances that improve the aroma or taste of moonshine, as well as essential oils and other impurities resulting from improper distillation and (or) cleaning. It is impossible to predict how all these substances will behave during long exposure.

It all depends on the composition, concentration and chemical reactions of third-party components between themselves on the one hand, and alcohol on the other. Usually, natural additives precipitate or become cloudy when exposed to direct sunlight, which only worsens the visual perception of the drink, but does not affect the quality.

The general rule here is to store moonshine with additives for no more than a year, and for several years and longer, lay only well-purified distillate or alcohol diluted with high-quality water without the addition of third-party substances.

3. Conditions. The right temperature and humidity, along with the lack of sunlight, will block or slow down most chemical reactions. This is very important in the case of storing moonshine with additives, but it is also desirable to create optimal conditions for a "clean" distillate, especially if the drink is stored for a long time - 3-10 years.

I recommend placing the container with moonshine in a dark room (or at least protect it from direct sunlight) with a temperature of 5-20 ° C and a relative humidity of 85%. Be sure to periodically check the appearance of the drink and the tightness.

Usually found in every home. They are not always purchased for drinking. Sometimes they are just kept just in case. And then the question arises of how long they can lie on the table. Year? Two? Maybe the shelf life is generally infinite? But this is only one side of the issue. The packaging is also important. Today we will talk about whether it is possible to store alcohol in a plastic bottle.

Best before date

Usually it is indicated on the packaging. But sometimes manufacturers ignore this item or indicate that the terms are unlimited. At the same time, at the bottom, in small print on the package, it appears that the product must be consumed within 12 months. Therefore, on the one hand, we understand that there is nothing to spoil there. But on the other hand, everyone knows how severe the consequences of alcohol poisoning can be. Therefore, willy-nilly, they will look at the transparent liquid with caution.

In fact, everything has a shelf life. But in the case of alcohol, much will depend on external conditions. Let's take a closer look at what conditions must be met.

What you need to know

  1. Only at first glance, all vodka is the same. Simple consists of ethyl alcohol and purified water. It will be stored almost forever, because there are no additives in it. But the drink can be reproached for not having too much soft taste. With special vodka, the situation is somewhat different. Specific additives that are needed to improve the taste can go bad. It is best to consume such a product within 6 months from the date of manufacture.
  2. The second point is the packaging. And here we come to the main question: "Is it possible to store alcohol in a plastic bottle?" In fact, there can only be one answer. For storage, only containers that do not react with alcohol are suitable. That is, glass is ideal.

Storage rules

In principle, there is no shortage of this product today. Therefore, you can go to the store at any time and buy a bottle of vodka or take alcohol in a specialized department. But sometimes it happens to stumble upon a wholesale outlet that is far from home. Most often, sellers do not burden themselves with the need to purchase containers for the sale of products, but plastic packaging can be purchased at any nearby store. But you need to remember in time whether it is possible to store alcohol in a plastic bottle.

  • For the normal safety of the product, it is better not to violate the integrity of the original packaging.
  • Plastic for storing alcoholic beverages is not suitable. It interacts with alcohol and forms toxic compounds over time.
  • It is very important to seal the bottle tightly. Alcohol is very volatile and evaporates quickly. Therefore, if you want to keep the degree of the product, then you need to check the quality of the cap.
  • If at the bottom of the bottle formed cloudy sediment It is strictly forbidden to drink this drink inside. He became a real poison. Most often this happens if the packaging reacts with the contents.

Can you store alcohol in a plastic bottle? Only if you need to transfer it from one point to another, where you will immediately pour it into a glass container. But it's better not to do even that.

Storage conditions

It would seem that vodka is in glass, everything is done correctly, which means that you don’t have to worry about the safety of the product. In fact, it is very important where this package is located. Everyone should know how to store alcohol correctly in order to avoid negative consequences.

Vodka is extremely negative about sunlight. Besides, she doesn't like high temperatures. Therefore, it is best to store it in a cool and dark place. pure alcohol you can put it in the freezer - it still won't freeze. And as we have already found out, it is not alcohol that spoils at all, but additives. But just they will freeze, and then precipitate.

Another important point is the humidity in the room. You should not rely on the fact that you have a container for alcohol that is impervious to external influences. How to properly store alcohol is prescribed in special instructions. Humidity in the room should not exceed 85%. Therefore, damp basements are far from the best choice.

Container quality

Of course, glass bottles are not very convenient. They are heavy, break easily, and are extremely inconvenient to transport. Therefore, the question often arises as to whether it is possible to store vodka in plastic containers. Here you should consider the quality of the material itself. And be sure to make sure that there are no sources nearby. open fire because plastic is highly flammable. Finding out what material the container is made of can be quite easy. To do this, just look at the bottom, where the marking is affixed. But even if a high-quality material is chosen, you should not leave alcohol in it for a long time. Such container is intended for temporary storage of a drink, excellent for its transportation.

Alternatives

Let's look at other packaging methods, because each owner chooses what to store alcohol in.

  • oak barrels. Alcohol in them can be contained almost indefinitely. But to keep the original taste and aroma will not work. In this case, the drink acquires a pleasant shade and incomparable aroma, which is more of a plus than a minus. The barrel "breathes", and oxygen interacts with alcohol. This contributes to the oxidation processes, due to which the drink acquires new taste.
  • Tanks made of stainless steel. Usually they store alcohol in industrial enterprises. Food steel is safe, as it does not react with alcohol.

Usually found in every home. They are not always purchased for drinking. Sometimes they are just kept just in case. And then the question arises of how long they can lie on the table. Year? Two? Maybe the shelf life is generally infinite? But this is only one side of the issue. The packaging is also important. Today we will talk about whether it is possible to store alcohol in a plastic bottle.

Best before date

Usually it is indicated on the packaging. But sometimes manufacturers ignore this item or indicate that the terms are unlimited. At the same time, at the bottom, in small print on the package, it appears that the product must be consumed within 12 months. Therefore, on the one hand, we understand that there is nothing to spoil there. But on the other hand, everyone knows how severe the consequences of alcohol poisoning can be. Therefore, willy-nilly, they will look at the transparent liquid with caution.

In fact, everything has a shelf life. But in the case of alcohol, much will depend on external conditions. Let's take a closer look at what conditions must be met.

What you need to know

  1. Only at first glance, all vodka is the same. Simple consists of ethyl alcohol and purified water. It will be stored almost forever, because there are no additives in it. But the drink can be reproached for not having a very mild taste. With special vodka, the situation is somewhat different. Specific additives that are needed to improve the taste can go bad. It is best to consume such a product within 6 months from the date of manufacture.
  2. The second point is the packaging. And here we come to the main question: "Is it possible to store alcohol in a plastic bottle?" In fact, there can only be one answer. For storage, only containers that do not react with alcohol are suitable. That is, glass is ideal.

Storage rules

In principle, there is no shortage of this product today. Therefore, you can go to the store at any time and buy a bottle of vodka or take alcohol in a specialized department. But sometimes it happens to stumble upon a wholesale outlet that is far from home. Most often, sellers do not burden themselves with the need to purchase containers for the sale of products, and plastic packaging can be bought at any nearby store. But you need to remember in time whether it is possible to store alcohol in a plastic bottle.

  • For the normal safety of the product, it is better not to violate the integrity of the original packaging.
  • Plastic for storing alcoholic beverages is not suitable. It interacts with alcohol and forms toxic compounds over time.
  • It is very important to seal the bottle tightly. Alcohol is very volatile and evaporates quickly. Therefore, if you want to keep the degree of the product, then you need to check the quality of the cap.
  • If a cloudy precipitate has formed at the bottom of the bottle, it is strictly forbidden to drink this drink inside. He became a real poison. Most often this happens if the packaging reacts with the contents.

Can you store alcohol in a plastic bottle? Only if you need to transfer it from one point to another, where you will immediately pour it into a glass container. But it's better not to do even that.

Storage conditions

It would seem that vodka is in glass, everything is done correctly, which means that you don’t have to worry about the safety of the product. In fact, it is very important where this package is located. Everyone should know how to store alcohol correctly in order to avoid negative consequences.

Vodka is extremely negative about sunlight. In addition, she does not like high temperatures. Therefore, it is best to store it in a cool and dark place. Pure alcohol can also be put in the freezer - it will not freeze anyway. And as we have already found out, it is not alcohol that spoils at all, but additives. But just they will freeze, and then precipitate.

Another important point is the humidity in the room. You should not rely on the fact that you have a container for alcohol that is impervious to external influences. How to properly store alcohol is prescribed in special instructions. Humidity in the room should not exceed 85%. Therefore, damp basements are far from the best choice.

Container quality

Of course, glass bottles are not very convenient. They are heavy, break easily, and are extremely inconvenient to transport. Therefore, the question often arises as to whether it is possible to store vodka in plastic containers. Here you should consider the quality of the material itself. And be sure to make sure that there are no sources of open fire nearby, since plastic is a highly flammable material. Finding out what material the container is made of can be quite easy. To do this, just look at the bottom, where the marking is affixed. But even if a high-quality material is chosen, you should not leave alcohol in it for a long time. Such container is intended for temporary storage of a drink, excellent for its transportation.

Alternatives

Let's look at other packaging methods, because each owner chooses what to store alcohol in.

  • Oak barrels. Alcohol in them can be contained almost indefinitely. But to keep the original taste and aroma will not work. In this case, the drink acquires a pleasant shade and incomparable aroma, which is more of a plus than a minus. The barrel "breathes", and oxygen interacts with alcohol. This contributes to the oxidation processes, due to which the drink acquires a new taste.
  • Tanks made of stainless steel. Usually they store alcohol in industrial enterprises. Food steel is safe, as it does not react with alcohol.

On the shelves of stores, we are used to seeing vodka and other types of alcohol in glass bottles. Initially, no one pays attention to this moment, but this is not casual. There are special standards, norms for the storage of alcohol and alcoholic beverages. In large containers, they must be stored in steel tanks or barrels, and smaller volumes strong drinks it is recommended to keep in glass or metal jars, with tightly sealed lids and appropriate labeling.

Can alcohol be stored in plastic bottles?

Vodka is forbidden to be in galvanized, aluminum containers, as well as bottles made of polymeric materials. Vodka in a plastic bottle is a strict violation of all established norms and rules. If you see such a container with alcohol on the window, in no case do not buy it, it is likely that the alcohol contained there is harmful to health, as it is a kind of surrogate.

It is strictly forbidden to store alcohol in plastic bottles. The fact is that when in contact with alcohol, plastic bottles begin to release harmful toxic substances. Human liver and kidneys suffer from carcinogens. Plastic containers contain toxins that are not broken down in normal mineral waters and juices, but upon contact with ethyl, it starts chemical reaction. In addition to the harm that acetaldehyde, a breakdown product of alcoholic beverages, causes to the body, the chemicals present in the raw materials from which plastic is made also harm.

Using plastic bottles for storing vodka, the risk of developing intoxication of the body increases significantly even with small doses of drinking the drink inside. Of particular danger to humans is vodka in a plastic container that has been heated, for example, by sunlight or was in a hot room. You should not drink such alcohol, it is already poisoned in itself. Plastic molecules move slowly into the liquid and change it qualitative composition. Breaks down the fastest plastic tableware from melamine.

Today there is a special marking on bottles, which indicates what material the container is made of:

  • HDPE - releases formaldehyde upon contact with alcohol;
  • PVC - on contact with ethyl, releases vinyl chloride, phthalates;
  • LDPE - capable of releasing heavy metals;
  • PP - releases bisphenol A;
  • PS - as a result of the reaction with alcohol, it releases styrene.

All of the above substances have a detrimental effect not only on the human body, but also on the environment, which is why ecologists often talk about the need to dispose of plastic waste.

Wine from plastic containers

In addition to vodka, a plastic bottle is used to store wine, which is not strange in principle, because the container is very roomy, hermetically sealed and has amazing strength. Unlike hard alcoholic beverages, wine can be kept in plastic utensils. The percentage of alcohol in wine is much lower than in vodka, so it takes a long time for the plastic to break down and release formaldehyde. Of course for long-term storage wine, this type of container is also not suitable. Optimal time for storing wine in plastic bottles is 1 year, provided that they do not get on the dishes Sun rays and the temperature in the room is not more than 20 degrees.

The disadvantage of storing wine in plastic is that this type of dish is capable of passing gases. The oxygen that enters the wine quickly turns the alcohol in its composition into acetic acid and reduces the quality and taste of the drink.

Can you drink alcohol from plastic containers?

Regardless of which drink you choose to drink, use only glassware. This is not a rule of etiquette or a fashionable expense, but a recommendation that will help protect your liver and kidneys from degenerative changes.

Every year more and more people enter the hospital who drank vodka from plastic containers. Remember no matter how expensive and quality drink would not be poured into a glass, upon contact with plastic, a change begins palatability drink, as well as stand out the most harmful substances. Sanitary services constantly make raids on exit trade tents where they sell beer and alcohol on tap in plastic cups to prevent mass poisoning. In hot, sultry weather, people do not attach importance to the container in which they are sold cool beer. On contact foamy drink With harmful components plastic, dubityl phthalate is released. This substance is capable of being negatively displayed on the reproductive, nervous and genitourinary system person. Harmful carcinogen contributes to the formation of tumors endocrine system in men and in women.

If you do not want the next drunk alcoholic drink to become fatal for you, or cause a serious illness, buy it at certified outlets and sing from the correct glassware.



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