The list of drinks you can put into a decanter fall into two categories, Wine and spirits/liquor. The wines you can put in a decanter are White – Red – Rose and Port. The spirits/liquor you can put in a decanter are Whiskey – Bourbon – Scotch – Vodka – Tequila – Gin – Rum – Brandy – Cognac.

Will liquor go bad in a decanter?

How Long Will Whiskey Last in a Decanter? As long as your decanter has an airtight seal, spirits will last a minimum of 1-2 years. In the case of whiskey, you can apply the same storage 'rule of thumb' as you would when it's in the bottle. You'll still want to control its light, air, temperature, and humidity exposure.

Can you store cognac in a decanter?

Storing whisky or Cognac in a decorative glass vessel should have no more adverse an impact than keeping the spirit in the original bottle - providing the stopper provides a good seal against oxygen. Many people do eschew decanters, but generally not for the reason you cite.