Almost every wine enthusiast experiences that moment when you open your favorite bottle of wine and realize that it is bad and no longer acceptable to drink. It almost breaks your heart to empty the contents down the drain and throw the bottle away. You can turn this unfavorable experience into a positive one by finding alternative ways to use the bad wine. Here are a few ways you can still use bad wine.
- Create Your Own Red Wine Vinegar – Red wine that is going bad is already beginning the process of becoming vinegar. You can make your own artisan red wine vinegar by simply pouring the bad wine into a jar and allowing air to reach it. One way to allow air to reach the wine is by keeping the lid loosely placed on top of the jar, make sure you do not sealing the lid tightly. Check the wine by smelling it once a week. As soon as you smell a vinegar scent, your red wine vinegar is ready to use on salads, vegetables and other dishes.
- Use it as a Marinade – Marinade pieces of beef and lamb in the old wine and allow it to sit for up to six hours. It will absorb into the meat and create an incredible flavor once the meat is cooked.
- Take a Bath in it – Yes! You can bathe in wine, especially when it is unacceptable to drink. Fill your bath tub with a suitable amount of water and add two glasses of wine. Relax and soak in the mixture. The antioxidants in the wine will soften your skin and provide an amazing glow.
- Dye your Fabrics – Have you ever spilled a glass of wine on your favorite white blouse? Or, any other fabric? It is nearly impossible to remove the stain. Use this to your advantage and soak shirts, shorts, socks, blouses and any other fabric that you would like to dye. This is also a great option for those who enjoy arts and crafts.
- Freeze the Wine – This is a beneficial option for wine that isn’t too old. Pour the wine into empty ice cube trays and store them in your freezer. Use them to add to sauces and other delicious recipes.
The next time you are about to throw that bad bottle of wine down the sink remember these useful and creative ideas. These are excellent ways to use wine for personal and beneficial purposes. Just think, the next time someone compliments you on your glowing skin or your delectable red wine vinegar, you can give all the credit to you bad bottle of wine. Enjoy!