Warning for Baileys drinkers after Christmas as common mistake can 'wreak havoc'

Baileys could cause problems in your home if you do this one thing.

The festive liqueur is often a feature in many households, but it comes with an advisory to consume within six months of opening to avoid waste. Unlike other alcohols, the cream in Baileys means it can't be kept for an age, and should be disposed of within half a year of opening.

But if you've had way too much of the tipple this Christmas and want to get rid of your leftovers, there's one thing you should never do - pour it down the sink. Experts warned against disposing of cream liqueurs like Baileys down the sink due to their high-fat content, which could "wreak havoc" on your plumbing.

Tradesmen from MyBuilder.com stated: "Cream liqueur drinks, such as the popular Christmas 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."

It isn't just Baileys you have to watch out for this Christmas. If you've polished off your turkey and have some fat to get rid of, that is also classed as FOG, so it should not be poured down the sink. Experts said the issue with pouring these types of liquid down the drain is that when cool, they can harden and create a blockage in the pipes under your sink.

Meanwhile, if you need to dispose of old Baileys and want to know the safest way to do it, another expert previously recommended disposing of FOG liquids