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I use bleach to clean the insides of things I can't reach into. Let it sit a few hours, it works great, unless the decanter is made of something that you can't use bleach on.
It's an attractive way to display whiskey, particularly if it has an unattractive bottle. You can also pre-mix certain cocktails to serve easier. A common choice is the Manhattan, which allows the...