Don’t Have a Decanter? Here Are 5 Household Items to Use Instead

We’ve tried opening a bottle of wine without a corkscrew, but what should you do if you’re devoid of a decanter? Thankfully, opening a bottle is much more crucial than decanting it, which, through aeration and the introduction of oxygen, helps bring a wine to its fullest potential. But many household items are similar in shape (and, in some cases, function) to decanters and can act as stand-ins, so which should you reach for? Let’s lay some ground rules. First, metal objects should be avoided, as any contact with them might impart unwelcome, metallic flavors. The article Don’t Have a Decanter? Here Are 5 Household Items to Use Instead appeared first on VinePair.