A stylish liquor shelf for displaying your liquor. A storage rack case for whiskey, sake, etc.

If you get your hands on some high-quality alcohol, we recommend trying some alcohol-based interior decor . Why not decorate your bottles in a stylish way and enjoy the time you spend drinking them?
This time, we will introduce stylish ways to display alcohol and some recommended liquor shelves. If you put some effort into decorating, you can create a bar-like atmosphere in your home.

Use alcohol as interior decoration! Display it on a liquor shelf or rack

The basic rule for alcoholic beverages like beer and canned chuhai is to put them in the refrigerator and drink them immediately after purchase. However, whiskey and liqueurs can be stored for a long time, and even after opening, there may be times when you don't drink it right away and have to store it for a while . There are also other types of alcohol, such as long-aged wine, that you may want to keep in your collection rather than drink it right away.
In times like these, it can be useful to display alcohol stylishly as interior décor . By displaying bulky alcohol bottles as interior décor, they won't get in the way and you can enjoy them even more.
There are many different types of alcohol, and the appropriate storage method varies depending on the manufacturing method and ingredients. By preparing a dedicated sake shelf, rack, or cellar, you can not only display your sake stylishly, but also store it properly to maintain its deliciousness .

Wine is stored in a cellar. There are cellars that can be used even by people living alone.

1. Be careful about temperature and humidity when storing wine

Wine is a distilled alcoholic drink made from grapes, and is one of the most delicate types of alcohol. It continues to mature slowly in the bottle, so proper storage is directly related to its flavor.
You should pay particular attention to temperature and humidity. It is considered ideal to store wine at a temperature of around 14°C and humidity of around 75% . Be careful, as leaving wine at room temperature for a long time can cause mold to grow and the cork to dry out. On the other hand, if you store it in the refrigerator, the temperature inside is around 5°C, so there is a risk that it will be too cold.
If you are drinking daily wine immediately, a refrigerator is sufficient, but if you want to enjoy high-quality wine, we recommend preparing a wine cellar. A wine cellar allows you to display your wines stylishly.

2. Place the bottle gently on its side

Wine is also sensitive to vibrations. In order to avoid damaging the wine inside, it is important to store it quietly and without exposing it to vibrations as much as possible. When storing the wine, it is a good idea to lay it on its side. This will prevent the cork from drying out, which will also help prevent oxidation.

3. A "small wine cellar" is recommended for people living alone

Lefier Wine Cellar LW-S12

• Storage capacity: 12
• Price: Approx. 16,000 yen
• Size: Depth 567mm x Width 280mm x Height 665mm

Lefier is a popular brand with a wide lineup of home wine cellars. Cellars can be purchased for around 10,000 yen, and there are models that can store up to 12 bottles, making them easy for people living alone to use. They store wine using the Peltier method, which reduces vibration and operating noise, and are compact in appearance, making them easy to place in your room or kitchen .

4. A large wine cellar where you can collect vintage wines

Sakura Seisakusho PRO CLASS SV155

• Capacity: 155 bottles
• Price: Approximately 300,000 yen
• Size: Depth 680mm x Width 595mm x Height 1,770mm

Sakura Seisakusho's wine cellars come in a variety of capacities and functions, depending on the price range. There are also large cellars that are close to professional specifications, including models that can store up to 155 bottles of wine .
Since it is a two-temperature cellar with upper and lower compartments, you can store different types of wine, such as red wine and white wine. Since you can store wine in two rows, front and back, it has a large capacity but looks smart and fits easily into your home interior.

5. If you want to drink wine right away, you can display it on a wine rack.

KINTO wine rack

• Capacity: 14 bottles
• Price: Approx. 6,000 yen
• Size: Depth 155mm x Width 408mm x Height 240mm

If you don't plan on storing your wine for a long time, we recommend displaying it on a wine rack. It's easy to see, so it's also great for serving wine at home parties.
The KINTO wine rack has a wood grain pattern and a gentle atmosphere. It can be used either horizontally or vertically.

Store whiskey and brandy in an attractive way using decorative shelves

1. Whiskey and brandy that are easy to store at room temperature

Whiskey and brandy are distilled alcoholic beverages with a high alcohol content of around 40%. Therefore, they are easy to store at room temperature and can last for decades if properly stored.
However, extremely hot places or places exposed to sunlight are not suitable for storage. Be careful not to expose them to ultraviolet rays or sunlight. Also, to prevent bottles from breaking, we recommend arranging them neatly on a rack or liquor shelf rather than leaving them in a messy manner.

2. Ceramic bottles and Baccarat bottles are also available

Some whiskeys and brandies are products whose bottles themselves are valuable. For example, there are ceramic bottles such as Arita ware, and Baccarat bottles made by the crystal brand "Baccarat". Just displaying them will instantly improve your sense of style, so if you have the chance, display them in a visible place.
If you have multiple bottles, try displaying them by brand or chronologically. If the liquor comes in a stylish bottle, you can display it even after you've finished drinking it.

3. Glass-doored "collection cases" look beautiful

My first collection case.
I decorated the living room with whiskey and my room with Pokemon cards.
I have one more case for figures, so I'll make it next week. The otaku room plan is going well. #otakuroom #collectioncase #whisky #pokemoncardpic.twitter.com /vL7DEsBARf

— Hamuta @Yukikaze (@Hamuta1008) July 17, 2022

If you want to display and store your whiskey or brandy bottles, a glass door collection case is perfect. The transparent doors protect the bottles from dust and dirt while letting you see the contents clearly.
When choosing a collection case, it's a good idea to check whether the shelves inside can be adjusted to fit the size of the bottles, whether the size is appropriate, and whether it is sturdy, such as by using tempered glass. Choose the color and design to suit your taste.

4. "Open rack" types that don't feel oppressive are also popular

We're renovating our liquor shelves to prepare for earthquakes while we drink!
I'll try using Seria's iron bar based on your advice 😄 #TWLC #whiskyrackpic.twitter.com /vcuQ75r8Ne

— Takahiro (@takakan57) February 17, 2021

An open rack is a decorative shelf that does not have doors. It looks great as an interior decoration and is less oppressive than storage with doors. It is recommended if you want to make a room look spacious , and you can display not only alcohol but also other objects.
However, since there is no door, there is a high risk of it falling over or being damaged . If you attach an iron bar, you can reduce the risk of it falling over.

Choose a large liquor shelf for shochu and sake! Shochu servers are also available.

1. Shochu is a distilled alcoholic drink, so it is easy to store at home.

Shochu, like whiskey and brandy, is classified as a distilled liquor. Its alcohol content is around 20-25%, which is lower than that of whiskey and brandy, but it is still easy to store and does not deteriorate easily. However, compared to whiskey and brandy , shochu has many bottles and labels with a Japanese taste , so it gives a sophisticated impression when displayed.

2. Store sake according to its quality

Because sake is a brewed alcoholic beverage, it is best to drink it sooner than shochu. Rather than storing it for a long period of time, you should enjoy displaying it and drink it within a year. The best practice is to store it in a cool, dark place.
In addition, unpasteurized sake and sparkling sake are sometimes recommended to be stored in the refrigerator. When storing sake, be sure to read the instructions on the label carefully.

3. We recommend a "large-sized rack" that can hold 1.8L bottles

Shochu and sake rack (hinoki wood)

• Capacity: 18 1.8L bottles
• Price: Approximately 100,000 yen
• Size: Depth 350mm x Width 660mm x Height 1,600mm

In the case of shochu and sake, many of them are large, such as 1.8L bottles, so it is recommended to choose a rack that can store tall bottles. The size of a 1.8L bottle is determined by the JIS standard, and is approximately 395mm in height and 105mm in diameter at the bottom .
When choosing a sake shelf, it is also good to use a rack made of solid wood or cypress, which is easy to match with a Japanese taste. If you display the sake with the labels facing forward, it will create a sense of unity and a stylish display.

4. "Shochu Server" allows for a mellow flavor through aging

Pearl Metal Waraku Shochu Server

• Storage capacity: 1.0L
• Price: Approx. 2,500 yen
• Size: Depth 180mm x Width 150mm x Height 240mm

In addition to displaying shochu in its bottle, you can also store it in a server. This is especially recommended for those who drink the same brand over and over , or who drink shochu every day.
Among shochu servers, ceramic servers are said to be the best for aging. Shochu transferred to a server tends to have a mellower flavor than shochu poured directly from the bottle.

5 Stylish Bottled Alcoholic Drinks to Display on Your Display Shelf or Liquor Shelf

Suntory Hibiki 30 Year Old

• Type of alcohol: Blended whiskey
• Origin: Japan
• Alcohol content: 43%
• Price: 176,000 yen (tax included)

Hibiki is Suntory's flagship blended whisky. It is one of the most popular Japanese whisky brands in recent years, and is renowned for its well-balanced flavor achieved through outstanding blending techniques.
Hibiki 30 Year Old is a long-aged bottle from the Hibiki series, and is a rare limited edition product with only a few thousand bottles produced per year. The amber-colored whiskey sealed in a 30-faceted crystal bottle is so special that you will be enchanted just by looking at it.
The 2017 and 2021 editions of Hibiki Whisky continue to sell out. Is it impossible to buy it at the retail price?

Camus Napoleon Book

• Type of liquor: Cognac brandy
• Origin: France
• Alcohol content: 40%
• Price: Approx. 12,000 yen

Camus is a type of brandy and is considered a high-end cognac brand. The brand is particular about bottle design, and offers many products in so-called "decorative bottles."
The Camus Book series is a ceramic bottle with a book motif that has a great presence as interior decoration. There are various patterns in the book series, so we recommend collecting several and lining them up.
Camus Brandy: Amazing Prices and Varieties. 7 Recommended Attractive Bottles

Perrier-Jouet Cuvee Belle Epoque

• Type of drink: Champagne
• Origin: France
• Alcohol content: approx. 12%
• Price: Approx. 30,000 yen

Perrier-Jouet is one of the finest champagnes made in France. Belle Epoque is the brand's highest quality prestige champagne .
The bottle features an anemone flower, giving it an elegant and artistic look. Of course, the contents do not disappoint, with a fresh aroma and an elegant taste.
Differences in price between Perrier-Jouet and Belle Epoque. 9 recommended glasses and varieties

One Hundred Years of Solitude

• Type of alcohol: Barley shochu
• Origin: Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan
• Alcohol content: 40%
• Price: Approx. 3,300 yen

Hyakunen no Kodoku is a barley shochu made by Kuroki Honten in Miyazaki Prefecture. It is one of the premium shochus that is hard to obtain, and is something to be proud of just by having it on display.
Unlike other types of barley shochu, this one is aged in oak barrels rather than being bottled after distillation, which gives it a deep, whiskey-like aroma and nuance.
Why is the premium shochu Hyakunen no Kodoku so expensive? How to buy it at the regular price and how to spot a fake

Kubota Yukiho

• Type of alcohol: Sake
• Origin: Niigata Prefecture, Japan
• Alcohol content: 16%
• Price: 3,410 yen

Kubota is a sake brand produced in Niigata Prefecture, and is popular for its Senjyu and Manjyu varieties. "Kubota Seppō" is a product of a collaboration between Kubota and the outdoor brand snow peak .
This Junmai Daiginjo sake is made using the Yamahai method, and has a deep flavor that goes well with wild outdoor cooking. The bottle design, which is not found in regular Kubota sake, is also popular, and it looks like something you'll want to display.
Prices and reputation of Kubota sake. 9 recommended rankings including Senjyu and Manjyu

If you have too much alcohol to display, try our buy and sell service.

If you have a collection of alcohol that you can no longer display and have no plans to drink, it's a good idea to take the plunge and have it appraised. By using an appraisal service that specializes in alcohol, you can turn your alcohol into cash at a good price . Generally, unopened alcohol is the item that is purchased, but there are some bottles, such as Baccarat bottles, that can be sold even if they are empty.
When selling alcohol, try to bring it in as good a condition as possible for appraisal, and use a specialized store that knows alcohol. At Linksus, a specialized alcohol store , you can rest assured that there are specialized buyers who know alcohol.
Linkusus can handle the purchase and appraisal of not only long-aged wine , whiskey , and brandy , but also shochu and sake . We offer three types of purchase methods : in-store purchase , on-site purchase , and mail-order purchase , so please feel free to contact us.
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summary

If you display your alcohol on a sake shelf or display shelf, you can enjoy your alcohol as if it were an interior decoration. It also makes the time you spend waiting to drink more enjoyable, and you will surely enjoy collecting and collecting alcohol.
If you are interested in alcohol, be sure to take a look at the sake shelves and how they are displayed.