If you're planning on indulging in a glass of Baileys this festive season, be warned not to make a common mistake that could cause chaos in your home. The popular Irish cream liqueur doesn't last more than six months once it's opened, so if you've got a bottle from last Christmas still lying around, the worst thing you can do is pour it down the sink, according to plumbing experts, reports Chronicle Live.

Many people dispose of unwanted drinks by pouring them away before recycling the bottle, but tradesmen at MyBuilder.com have advised making an exception for Baileys and other cream-based liqueurs, which they say can lead to serious blockages. Instead, you should follow the rules for disposing of other fats and seal it in a container before throwing it in your general waste bin, re

See Full Page