Baileys is a staple of any celebration - but while you might enjoy the tipple chilled, experts claim you don't need to store it in the fridge.

is a liqueur made of cream, cocoa and Irish whiskey - and it's as delicious on its own as it is in hot chocolate or coffee. It's one of the most popular drinks to consume over the festive period - and as most people don't polish off a whole bottle once it's opened, you might be wondering what the best way is to store it. Once opened, you might be tempted to store the creamy liqueur in the fridge in order to make it last longer - but contrary to popular belief, you don't need to. You can store the at room temperature - and doesn't have to go in the fridge.

The alcoholic brand's website explains: "Baileys Original lasts two years from the day of bottling, opened or unopened when stored at the optimum temperature (0 to 25C/32 to 77F)." When asked if it needs to be stored in the fridge, the brand explained: "No, Baileys does not have to be stored in the fridge. The recommended storages temperature for Baileys is 0C to 25C and not in direct sunlight."

The ideal fridge temperature is between 3-4C, so you definitely can keep it in the fridge - but it won't mean it lasts longer. A bottle of Baileys lasts two years from the day of bottling - even if it's not opened. You can check the BBE date which is printed on the back of the bottle to find this out. If you don't manage to drink it within the two years and want to throw it out, . You should not pour the bottle's contents down the sink, as it can "wreak havoc" in the pipes.

Tradesmen at MyBuilder.com said: "Cream liqueur drinks, such as the popular 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."