ChainWhip Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 (edited) I got a free flask from a recent Bourbon event and I filled it with some OGD114 for my trip. I cleaned it out with hot water and I noticed the "Made in China" sticker but thought it'd be ok... Well, I just poured some and the bourbon's turned almost green w/ grey colloidal swirls :-(Do you guys use these el cheapo flasks? If so, do you ever check for whisky discoloration?(Good thing my other "Made in Japan"/Titanium flask has been rock solid - always have a backup) Edited April 6, 2013 by ChainWhip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheNovaMan Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 I was given a made in China flask, supposedly stainless steel, and I washed it with soap and water before using it. The instructions that came with it say not to store anything in it for long periods of time, but I've never had any problems. The Chinese are not known for excellence in quality control though, so maybe I just got lucky. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChainWhip Posted April 6, 2013 Author Share Posted April 6, 2013 Well, good thing my brother has a good working flask I can use and I'm raiding his stash to fill. :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheNovaMan Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 Haha, cool. Will that hold you over until you can get back home? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChainWhip Posted April 6, 2013 Author Share Posted April 6, 2013 Should be ok - I'm on a boat to the Carribeans and Mexico so there should be plenty of opportunity to booze hunt on the trip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheNovaMan Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 Alright, good luck with that. Maybe find some rum and mezcal? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChainWhip Posted April 6, 2013 Author Share Posted April 6, 2013 That's the idea - should be fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MauiSon Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 I recently received my 'Band of Rebels' flask in the mail and checked the inside welds with my mini-mirror tool. Never saw finer stainless steel welds - guess I got a good one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
callmeox Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 I picked up a bunch of 200ml bottles of HH bonds in Kentucky and I use those for travelers instead of flasks. Easier to replace and no chance of succumbing to poor manufacturing QC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wadewood Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 http://www.rumrunnerflasks.com/ I have several of the 8oz size of these. Work great, easy to conceal and no chance of some metal off taste. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulO Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 I picked up a bunch of 200ml bottles of HH bonds in Kentucky and I use those for travelers instead of flasks. Easier to replace and no chance of succumbing to poor manufacturing QC.Yes, that is what I would suggest too. I have also re-used maple syrup bottles. They make an excellent flask. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squire Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 The 200 mil bottles work fine for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishnbowljoe Posted April 7, 2013 Share Posted April 7, 2013 I have several stainless steel flasks. Among them, ones from Rebel Yell and Evan Williams. I used to use them a lot with no problems at all. I never kept alcohol in them for long periods of time, and I cleaned them regularly. I've gotten away from using flasks though. I now use 2 and 4 oz sample bottles, and empty 200 ml and 375 ml bottles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRich Posted April 7, 2013 Share Posted April 7, 2013 I have a cheapie Dewars flask that is my regular carry. No issues so far. I've had it several years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MauiSon Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 The 200 mil bottles work fine for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChainWhip Posted May 3, 2013 Author Share Posted May 3, 2013 Reusing 200ml glass bottles is a good idea but doesn't work very well when bombing down a run on my mountain bike (from a safety perspective).On another note, I saw this a few weeks ago where this person made whisky packets from plastic bags/vacuum sealer:http://imgur.com/a/eU8uv Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kickert Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 I got a free flask from a recent Bourbon event and I filled it with some OGD114 for my trip. I cleaned it out with hot water and I noticed the "Made in China" sticker but thought it'd be ok... Well, I just poured some and the bourbon's turned almost green w/ grey colloidal swirls :-(Do you guys use these el cheapo flasks? If so, do you ever check for whisky discoloration?(Good thing my other "Made in Japan"/Titanium flask has been rock solid - always have a backup) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vadertime Posted March 17, 2014 Share Posted March 17, 2014 What you experienced was the organic elements of the whiskey interacting with iron. You shouldn't have that problem with true stainless steal, but just a little bit of iron can really mess up a batch of whiskey. I have "heard" stories of entire batches of whiskey being ruined when stored in the improper type of steel drum. I have also heard some of people running into problems from bad welds / wrong metal used in parts of the actual still. Distilleries won't use nails on barrels, because if they contact the whiskey, you could end up with a entire barrel of green/black/grey whiskey.But, the good news, it is totally safe to drink.Toss those China flasks out, they very well could have delicious lead welds. No foolin! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enoch Posted March 17, 2014 Share Posted March 17, 2014 (edited) Reusing 200ml glass bottles is a good idea but doesn't work very well when bombing down a run on my mountain bike (from a safety perspective).On another note, I saw this a few weeks ago where this person made whisky packets from plastic bags/vacuum sealer:http://imgur.com/a/eU8uvPretty clever. I've never used the seal-a-meal i got awhile back. Gonna give this a try. I even have a jacket with a hidden money pocket.... Edited March 17, 2014 by Enoch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enoch Posted March 17, 2014 Share Posted March 17, 2014 I have a cheapie Dewars flask that is my regular carry. No issues so far. I've had it several years.Funny play on words. I use a dewer flask to transport liquid nitrogen on occassion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Infidel Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 I went on a trip, brought a couple of flasks. The nicer one was filled with cask strength corn from Balcones. Probably still made in China, but higher quality flask than the second. The cheap flask was purchased at Academy (a sporting goods store that covers much of the South) and filled with Vodka. I washed it with PBW (Powdered Brewery Wash) then soap, using hot water, many times and hot rinse. When I went to pour it the vodka (about three weeks later) it was grey. Academy did not approve my comment for the product review on their website, buyer beware. Now I'm going to make you watch my vacation pictures... There you go, True Blue with two continents in the same picture. The "Blue Mosque" in the background. Didn't bother with a photo of the grey vodka. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChainWhip Posted April 1, 2014 Author Share Posted April 1, 2014 I went on a trip, brought a couple of flasks. The nicer one was filled with cask strength corn from Balcones. Probably still made in China, but higher quality flask than the second. The cheap flask was purchased at Academy (a sporting goods store that covers much of the South) and filled with Vodka. I washed it with PBW (Powdered Brewery Wash) then soap, using hot water, many times and hot rinse. When I went to pour it the vodka (about three weeks later) it was grey. Academy did not approve my comment for the product review on their website, buyer beware.Now I'm going to make you watch my vacation pictures... There you go, True Blue with two continents in the same picture. The "Blue Mosque" in the background. Didn't bother with a photo of the grey vodka. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Infidel Posted April 16, 2014 Share Posted April 16, 2014 Lovely picture - Turkey is near the top of my list of places to experience!It ain't no Bourbon Trail as far as drink goes, but THE FOOD is what it's all about! I know I'll gain 10+ lbs there and enjoy every minute of it! Many cool places to see, and very friendly locals. Efes beer is non-offensive. Raki was a new experience, served with fish and a souvineer to take back unless someone in the know points out a good bottle of wine.The flask was filled from a gifted bottle of TB 10-5 for the record. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChainWhip Posted April 17, 2014 Author Share Posted April 17, 2014 I would imagine all the walking would help a little with the ballooning waistline but I can imagine how good the food is there! Well done sir. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vadertime Posted April 18, 2014 Share Posted April 18, 2014 At the Taipei Zoo there are these groovy 400 ml curved plastic flasks with removable belt clips that contain water. Well of course I had to buy 2! First I have to remove that nasty old water Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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