10 Gorgeous Decanters On Sale This Weekend To Showcase Your Wines and Spirits
The first step to becoming a real drinks connoisseur is owning a quality decanter. You never know when you’ll stumble upon a bottle of Barolo that would blow your mind after a brief moment in a decanter. And we love being able to remove some excess branding from our lives to store our favorite bottle of bourbon in an eyecatching vessel (Marie Kondo would definitely approve).
Shopping for a decanter doesn’t have to be hard, either. There’s two things to keep in mind: first, you’ll want to make sure your decanter is lead-free, which can become an issue when purchasing vintage crystal decanters as long-term exposure can cause lead to seep into your wine or spirit; second, you should think about whether you want a lid or not. While wine decanters don’t require a lid (you’re trying to incorporate oxygen, after all), you’ll definitely want a lid for your spirits decanter to keep evaporation at bay.
There’s tons of options available, so it can be overwhelming to find the right one. Luckily, we’re a little decanter obsessed and after a lot of testing these are our top picks for wine and spirits decanters.
The Geometric Crystal Wine Decanter - $45 (originally $52)
The specially crafted angles of this lead-free crystal decanter cause light to pass through your vino at multiple angles, causing the beams to refract onto your table, creating a ruby-colored light show, especially with medium-bodied red wines and even fuller-bodied white wines. We’re truly obsessed.
The Scotsman Crystal Whiskey Decanter - $32 (originally $38)
Our go-to spirits decanter, this lead-free crystal decanter keeps your whiskey safe and beautiful on your home bar.
The Vinocchio Wine Decanter - $107 (originally $125)
This non-leaded decanter's distinctive aesthetic was designed by renowned Italian designer Frederico Venier and includes a black acrylic base that allows you to prominently display it. Talk about a work of art.
The Geometric Crystal Spirits Decanter - $36 (originally $48)
With its twenty triangular sides, this lead-free geometric liquor decanter creates a stunning and dramatic light show on your table, reflecting the rich color of your favorite spirits.
The Wine Breather Decanter - $73 (originally $86)
Combining the technology of both an aerator and a standard carafe, this is the fastest decanter you’ll ever use. It fully incorporates oxygen into the wine, making it perfect for those mid-range, casual weeknight bottles.
The Speakeasy Spirits Decanter - $72 (originally $90)
This Speakeasy decanter’s art deco inspired etching and pristine glass clarity makes it the perfect piece for a study or bar cart. The snug lid and lead-free glass construction also ensures that your precious liquid is safe.
The Zalto Axium Wine Decanter - $140 (originally $149)
When it comes to precision wine glassware, any sommelier or restaurant professional will tell you Zalto is the ultimate gold standard. Mouth-blown and hand crafted in Austria, this decanter features angles specifically at 24°, 48° and 72°, which are in accordance to the tilt angles of the Earth. The ancient Romans used this collection of angles with their supply repositories, finding that produce stayed fresh for a longer time, and that it also showed improved taste. Consider us sold.
The Crystal Cactus Spirits Decanter - $38 (originally $59)
Inspired by the peyote cactus (yes that peyote), this crystal liquor decanter will be a little less hallucinogenic and serve more as a piece of art resting on your home bar, perfect for your aged tequilas. It’s made with lead-free crystal and includes a lid to help prevent your spirit from evaporating.
The Vintage Inspired Crystal Spirits Decanter - $39 (originally $48)
This decanter’s timeless look elevates its contents through the vintage-inspired faceted design.
The Glass Skull Spirits Decanter - $18 (originally $28)
When pouring a dram out of this glass skull decanter, it’s really hard not to feel a little Shakespearean. A must have for those looking to add a little flair or drama to their home bar.