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Read our privacy notice . From coloured Italian glass and painted ceramic to embossed patterns, drinks brands go the extra mile to help their precious spirits stand out on an increasingly crowded booze aisle. When you can’t try before you buy bottles of gin , rum , whisky , vodka , tequila and more, the bottles help to convey their story and flavour, so it’s essential to get them just right.

Like flacons of fragrance , the bottles that house celebrated spirits are becoming coveted additions in home bars everywhere. Some are so beautifully crafted that it seems a shame to bin the bottles once the last drops have been sipped. Here are some ways to give your empties new life: But, as you should never judge a book by its cover, it’s also unwise to pick a bottle of booze solely on aesthetics alone.

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