As Christmas approaches, many will be reaching for a glass of Baileys, yet experts are warning against one particular action with the festive favourite that could cause chaos in your kitchen.
The creamy Irish liqueur is an iconic Christmas drink beloved by many, made of cream, cocoa, and Irish whiskey. However, a simple mistake commonly made could end up landing you with a hefty bill.
Experts have issued an urgent warning to anyone who still has a bottle leftover from the festive period - saying it could 'wreak havoc' on your home. And no, it's not the banging hangover that can occur the next day if you've had one too many.
Although it's tempting to swig a creamy liqueur during the holidays, did you know that Baileys and similar drinks don't stay fresh for long? You're advised to finish the bottle off within six months.
Found an old dusty bottle from last year's jollities and thinking of disposing of it down the drain? Hold up, say plumbers who have offered a stark warning: Do not tip Baileys away via your sink.
Pouring this drink away might seem like a quick fix as you recycle the bottle, but trade professionals warn it can "wreak havoc" on your pipes and lead to big blockages.
Trade experts at MyBuilder.com warned: "Cream liqueur drinks, such as the popular Christmas favourite, Baileys, can be a problem for your plumbing at Christmas."
"While it may be delicious to drink, it doesn't keep for long and often ends up down the sink. However, this sort of beverage should never be disposed of in this way. Cream liqueurs have a large fat content and as such fall into the category of FOG (Fats, Oils, and Greases). FOG should never go down the sink, as it sticks to pipes and can cause blockages. It's also responsible for 'fatbergs' in our sewers."
So you might want to think twice before pouring that leftover Baileys or turkey grease down the kitchen sink this Christmas.
Should you accidentally slip up and send that liquid waste down the drain, be prepared for a festive disaster; summoning a plumber on Christmas Day could burn a hole in your pocket, with emergency callouts potentially costing "four times as expensive" than usual rates.
And a call out on Christmas day will see the price soar even higher. Experts advise those looking to ditch their gone-off Baileys to play it safe: seal it in a container and throw it in the bin. For hot fats like turkey drippings, let it set before you toss it out.
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