Maple Syrup: real shelf life Indefinite when stored well (Cool, dark).
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Quick facts
Real shelf life
Indefinite
Label date says
1 year
Best storage
Cool, dark
Watch for
Mold (refrigerate opened)
What else it does
Sweetener
Meat & veg glaze
Coffee/tea flavor
Baking
Granola sweetener
Questions this answers
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How long does maple syrup last?
Maple syrup has an indefinite real shelf life when stored well in a cool, dark place, even though the label date says 1 year. Mold is the thing to watch for.
How do I store maple syrup long term?
Keep maple syrup in a cool, dark place, where its real shelf life is indefinite. Once a container is opened, refrigerate it, because mold is the problem to watch for.
How do I tell if maple syrup has gone bad?
Mold is the sign to watch for, which is why an opened container belongs in the refrigerator. Stored cool and dark, maple syrup otherwise has an indefinite real shelf life.
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