subject: Waterford Crystal Decanter [print this page] You are searching for a crystal piece to decant your whiskey or scotch. You are unsure where to find something that is both classy and also a good bargain. You should seriously consider buying a Waterord crystal decanter. The reason is that if you buy a Waterford decanter you buy a recognized name and quality at the same time.
If you are unsure as to whether or not the Waterford brand is genuine you should consider the following things. You must determine if there is a Waterford mark on the glass. This is generally a good sign that the glass is legitimate. Also you can find out what type of crystal you have by looking online at various sites such as Amazon.com to see and compare what you have to what has been authenticated.
Many places now create Waterford crystal decanters outside of Waterford, Ireland. Really, the company shut it's doors in 2009 and filed for insolvencey. I would think that due to this that the actual glass that was made on site in Waterford will become even more rare and become a collectors item for people that want the legitimate glass made in that small Irish town.
Crystal glass is a lovely addition to your collectables and can be used to display off your fine whiskey spirits and make your company jealous. It is a beautiful centerpiece and conversation piece at that. If you decide to use a crystal decanter however, you should carefully use it only to hold the spirits and not leave the liquor in the crystal for a prolonged period of time. Studies have shown that various types of leaded crystal can leach lead into the beverage.
Although, this is something that happens over a very long period of time, it is certainly not worth getting any toxins into your fine whiskey or scotch.
In the end, your decision to buy a Waterford Crystal Decanter is one that should not be taken without thought and you should decide what type, style and price point is right for you. You should decide around and see what customers before you have said about the glass quality and also look for the best deal.
Often times you can find sites that sell these pieces that are out of stock. It is unfortunately a reality for fine crystal pieces. However, a surprising place to find fine leaded crystal is Amazon.com. If you look there you will often find a large variety of really competitively priced items and they are often in stock.
In closing, you should do your homework before investing in an gorgeous piece of crystal because it should last a lifetime and could become more rare over time.
