Whisky Forum - Whisky loss

bodger · Single Malt Member Joined: 17 Dec 2010 Posts: 27

I have a bottle to commemorate 25 years Port Ellen Maltings ,there has been a loss down near to the bottom of the neck, any advice on how to stop this shrinkage ,also how has this affected the value.

William · Posted: Sat Oct 01, 2011 11:18 pm Post subject:

bodger you could try Parafilm 'M' Laboratory Film, it is supposed to stop any evaporation and not take away the look of the bottle at the same time. Very popular with miniature collectors but it can also be used on full size bottles. I havent tried it myself but have heard good things about it. You will find some at Whisky Online

www.whisky-online.com/parafilm-m-laboratory-film-2-inch-x-1-ft.html?ref=45

if the shrinkage continues it will certainly effect the value but you may not lose to much as the level stands at the moment as Port Ellen is very highly sought after and many would be happy to pay.

Samson · Posted: Sun Oct 02, 2011 2:20 am Post subject:

I have heard of the Parafilm 'M' Laboratory Film but never tried it myself, guess i have been lucky as i havent had any reason to try it..

bodger do you store the bottle upright? You probably do but i just thought i would mention it as some people wouldnt realize that laying the bottle on its side can effect the intregrity of the cork due to the strength of the whisky/alcohol.

Samson

bodger · Single Malt Member Joined: 17 Dec 2010 Posts: 27

Thanks for the advice folks ,they do say that more whisky evaporates in Scotland than what is drank. yours Bodger

Woodwynd · Posted: Mon Oct 03, 2011 8:58 am Post subject:

Lucky angels !

Cheers Alan. Wink

Mark · Master Of Malts Joined: 27 Sep 2006 Posts: 1663