Q&A for How to Store a Christmas Cake

You can try to wrap it up in plastic wrap and put it in the freezer. When you want to eat it, take it out and let the cake sit for about 30-40 minutes to thaw out.

Yes. For best results, wrap it well with cling film, then put it in a Ziplock bag or wrap it again with foil and store it in the freezer (usually for up to 6 months, though this dependes on the temperature of your freezer).

Yes, it does.

It is also known as parchment paper or baking paper depending on what region you are in.

If you plan to freeze it right after you make it, go for it. But, don't keep it there for too long, because even a frozen cake will go old.

Yes, you can keep it for over 6 months. The best method is freezing after wrapping it well. Follow the steps outlined in the article above.

Whiskey is quite strong and the flavor is very different from brandy, so it's not recommended to mix the two. You'd probably be better off adding something like sherry, Grand Marnier, Muscat, Masala or a desert wine, as these would mix nicely with the fruit cake flavors and would go well with brandy. Remember that you've spent a lot on the cake ingredients already, you don't want to risk spoiling the cake.

Tin foil is definitely better for longer storage and to prevent odors from contaminating the stored cakes. As explained above, the best approach is to wrap the cakes in a muslin cloth that has been soaked in brandy, wine or fruit juice first. Then wrap each muslin-covered cake really well in tin foil. Store in an airtight container, such as a cake tin. Keep the cakes in a cool, dry place until they are needed.