Shelf-Life Guidelines
These are general guidelines based on best quality conditions.
Dairy Products and Eggs
| Product | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| Butter | 1-3 Months | 6-9 Months |
| Buttermilk | 1-2 Weeks | 3 Months |
| Cheese, hard (parmesan, cheddar) | Unopened: 6 Months; Opened: 3-4 Weeks | 6 Months |
| Cheese, parmesan, shredded | 12 Months | 3-4 Months |
| Cheese, shredded (cheddar, mozzarella) | 1 Month | 3-4 Months |
| Cheese, processed slices | 3-4 Weeks | 3-4 Months |
| Cheese, soft (brie, goat, etc.) | 1-2 Weeks | 6 Months |
| Coffee creamer, liquid | 3 Weeks | See package instructions |
| Cottage cheese / ricotta | Unopened: 2 Weeks; Opened: 1 Week | Does not freeze well |
| Cream cheese | 2 Weeks | Does not freeze well |
| Whipping cream (ultra-pasteurized) | Unopened: 1 Month; Opened: 1 Week | Do not freeze |
| Whipped cream, sweetened | 1 Day | 1-2 Months |
| Half and half | 3-4 Days | 4 Months |
| Heavy cream | 10 Days | 3-4 Months |
| Light cream | 1 Week | 3-4 Months (use for cooking) |
| Dips, sour cream based | 2 Weeks | Do not freeze |
| Egg substitutes (liquid) | 10 Days | Do not freeze |
| Egg substitutes unopened | 10 Days | Do not freeze |
| Egg substitutes opened | 3 Days | Do not freeze |
| Eggnog (commercial) | 3-5 Days | 6 Months |
| Eggs in shell | 3-5 Weeks | Not recommended |
| Eggs raw whites & yolks | 2-4 Days | 12 Months |
| Eggs hard boiled | 1 Week | Does not freeze well |
| Kefir | Unopened: 1 Week; Opened: 1-2 Days | Do not freeze |
| Margarine | 6 Months | 12 Months |
| Milk (plain or flavored) | 1 Week | 3 Months |
| Pudding | Package use-by date; Opened: 2 Days | Do not freeze |
| Sour cream | 7-21 Days; see package | Does not freeze well |
| Whipped cream (aerosol) | 3-4 Weeks | Do not freeze |
| Whipped topping (aerosol) | 3 Months | Do not freeze |
| Whipped topping (tub) | 2 Weeks | 14 Months |
| Yogurt | 14 Days | 3 Months |
Meat and Poultry
| Product | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| Bacon | 1 Week | 6 Months |
| Bacon (once opened) | 1 Week | 2 Months |
| Corned beef (in pouch/pickling juices) | 5-7 Days | 9-12 Months |
| Beef, lamb, pork, veal (chops/steak/roast) | 3-5 Days | 9-12 Months |
| Ground meat or stew meat | 1-2 Days | 6 Months |
| Ham (canned, keep refrigerated) | 6-9 Months | Do not freeze |
| Ham fully cooked whole | 1 Week | 9 Months |
| Ham fully cooked slices/half | 3-4 Days | 9 Months |
| Ham cook before eating | 1 Week | 9 Months |
| Hot dogs sealed | 2 Weeks | 9 Months |
| Hot dogs after opening | 1 Week | 1-2 Months |
| Lunch meats, sealed | 2 Weeks | 1-2 Months |
| Lunch meats, opened | 3-5 Days | 1-2 Months |
| Sausage, raw | 1-2 Days | 6 Months |
| Sausage, cooked (kielbasa) | 1 Week | 9 Months |
| Sausage, dry (pepperoni) | 2-3 Months | 6 Months |
| Chicken/turkey whole | 1-2 Days | 12 Months |
| Chicken/turkey parts | 1-2 Days | 9 Months |
| Duck/goose whole | 1-2 Days | 6 Months |
| Giblets | 1-2 Days | 3-4 Months |
| Stuffed pork/chicken | 1-2 Days | 9 Months |
| Kabobs w/ vegetables | 1-2 Days | 3-4 Months |
| Chicken nuggets/patties | 1-2 Days | 1-3 Months |
| Cooked poultry dishes | 3-4 Days | 4-6 Months |
| Fried chicken | 3-4 Days | 4 Months |
| Ground turkey/chicken | 1-2 Days | 9 Months |
Fresh Fish
| Product | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| Lean fish (cod, flounder, etc.) | 4-6 Days | 6-10 Months |
| Lean fish (pollock, trout, etc.) | 4-6 Days | 4-8 Months |
| Fatty fish (salmon, tuna, etc.) | 4-6 Days | 2-3 Months |
| Cooked fish | 3-4 Days | 1-2 Months |
| Surimi seafood | See package | 9 Months |
Shellfish
| Product | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| Shrimp, scallops, squid | 1-3 Days | 6-18 Months |
| Shucked clams/mussels/oysters | 3-10 Days | 3-4 Months |
| Crab meat (fresh) | 1-3 Days | 2-4 Months |
| Crab meat (pasteurized) | Unopened: 10-12 Months; Opened: 3-5 Days | 4-10 Months |
| Crab legs | 2-4 Days | 9-12 Months |
| Live shellfish | 1-2 Days | 2-3 Months |
| Live lobster | Up to 2 weeks | Do not freeze |
| Lobster tails | 1-2 Days | 2-4 Weeks |
| Fresh clams/mussels/oysters | 5-10 Days | Do not freeze |
| Whole lobster | 1-2 Days | Do not freeze |
| Cooked shellfish | 3-4 Days | 1-3 Months |
Smoked Fish
| Product | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| Herring (wine sauce) | 8-12 Months | Do not freeze |
| Hot smoked (air pack) | 14-45 Days | 9-12 Months |
| Hot smoked (vacuum) | 14-45 Days | 6 Months-1 Year |
| Cold smoked (air pack) | 14-30 Days | 9-12 Months |
| Cold smoked (vacuum) | 21-30 Days | 9-12 Months |
Vegetarian Proteins
| Product | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| Tofu | 1 Week (opened: 2-3 days) | 6 Months |
| Textured soy protein (TSP) | Opened: 3-4 Months | 6 Months |
Deli and Prepared Foods
| Product | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| Cheese, store sliced hard cheese such as cheddar or swiss | 2-4 Weeks | 6 Months |
| Cheese, soft such as brie, bel paese, goat cheese, fresh mozzarella | 1-2 Weeks | 6 Months |
| Chicken, rotisserie or fried | 3-4 Days | 4 Months |
| Commerical brand vacuum packed dinners with USDA seal | 2 Weeks | 6 Months |
| Cooked pasta | 3-5 days | 6 Months |
| Cooked rice | 4-6 Days | 6 Months |
| Fruit, cut | Package use-by date; Opened: 4 Days | Do not freeze |
| Guacamole | 5-7 Days | 6 Months |
| Hummus, pasteurized | 3 Months | Does not freeze well |
| Hummus, with preservates | 2 Months | Does not freeze well |
| Hummus, traditional (no preservatives, not pasturized) | 7 Days | Does not freeze well |
| Lunch / Deli meats, store-sliced | 3-5 Days | 1-2 Months |
| Main dishes or meals, hot or refrigerated | 3-4 Days | 6 Months |
| Meats covered with gravy or broth | 3-4 Days | 6 Months |
| Olives | 2 Months | Do not freeze |
| Paté | 1-2 Days | 1-2 Months |
| Pudding | Package use-by date; Opened: 2 Days | Do not freeze |
| Salads containing meat, fish, poultry, or eggs | 3-4 Days | Do not freeze |
| Salads, vetetable | 3-5 Days | Do not freeze |
| Side dishes such as cooked vegetables, rice or potatoes | 3-4 Days | 6 Months |
| Soup, stews | 3-4 Days | 6 Months |
Bakery Products
| Product | Unopened in Pantry | Refrigerator After Opening | Frozen |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial bread products (incl pan breads, flatbreads, rolls, buns) | 14-18 Days | 2-3 Weeks | 3-5 Months |
| Tortillas | 3 Months | 3 Months | 6 Months |
| Commercial cakes and muffins | 3-7 Days | 7-10 Days | 6 Months |
| Cheesecake | — | 5-7 Days | 3-6 Months |
| Cookies, soft | 2-3 Months | — | 8-12 Months |
| Cookies, crispy | 4-6 Months | — | 8-12 Months |
| Dairy filled eclairs | — | 2-3 Days | 3 Months |
| Doughnuts | 1-2 Days | 2 Days | 3-6 Months |
| Fruit cake | 6 Months | 12 Months | 12 Months |
| Pastries, danish | 5-10 Days | 14 Days | 3-6 Months |
| Pies, chiffon | — | 1-2 Days | 3-6 Months |
| Pies, cream | — | 3-4 Days | 3-6 Months |
| Pies, fruit | 1-2 Days | 1 Week | 8 Months |
| Pies, mincemeat | 2 Hours | 1 Week | 8 Months |
| Pies, pecan | 2 Hours | 3-4 Days | 3-6 Months |
| Pies, pumpkin | 2 Hours | 3-4 Days | 3-6 Months |
| Quiche | 2 Hours | 3-5 Days | 3-6 Months |
Grains, Beans & Pasta
| Product | Unopened in Pantry | Refrigerator After Opening | In Pantry After Opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beans, dried | 1-2 Years | — | 1 Year |
| Lentils, dried | 12 Months | — | 12 Months |
| Pasta, dry, without eggs | 2 Years | — | 1 Year |
| Dry egg noodles | 2 Years | — | 1-2 Months |
| Peas, dried split | 12 Months | — | 12 Months |
| Rice, white or wild | 2 Years | 6 Months | 1 Year |
| Rice, brown | 1 Year | 6 Months | 1 Year |
Fresh Fruits
| Product | Pantry | Refrigerator | Freezer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apples | 3 Weeks | 4-6 Weeks | Cooked: 8 Months |
| Apricots | Until ripe | 2-5 Days | Do not freeze |
| Avocados | Until ripe | 3-4 Days | Do not freeze |
| Bananas | Until ripe | 3 Days, skin will blacken | 2-3 Months |
| Berries, cherries, goose berries, lychee | Until ripe | 7 Days | 12 Months |
| Black berries, cherries, currants, raspberries, strawberries | Until ripe | 3-6 Days | 12 Months |
| Blueberries | Until ripe | 10 Days | 12 Months |
| Cherimoya | Until ripe | 4 Days | 10-12 Months |
| Citrus fruit | 10 Days | 1-3 Weeks | Do not freeze |
| Coconut, shredded | Unopened: 1 Year; Opened: 6 Months | 8 Months | 1 Year |
| Coconuts, fresh, whole, unopened | 1 Week | 2-3 Weeks | Do not freeze |
| Cranberries | — | 2 Months | 12 Months |
| Dates | 2 Months | 12 Months | 1-2 Years |
| Grapes | 1 Day | 1 Week | Whole, 1 Month |
| Guava | Until ripe—they spoil quickly | 2-4 Days | Does not freeze well |
| Kiwi fruit | Until ripe | 3-6 Days | Do not freeze |
| Melons | Until ripe, then up to 7 Days | Whole: 2 Weeks; Cut: 2-4 Days | Balls, 1 Month |
| Papaya, mango, passionfruit | 3-5 Days | 1 Week | 6-8 Months |
| Peaches, nectarines, plums, pears | Until ripe, then 1-2 Days | 3-5 Days | Sliced, lemon juice and sugar, 2 Months |
| Pineapple | Until ripe, then 1-2 Days | 5-7 Days | 10-12 Months |
| Plantains | Until ripe, then 1-2 Days | 3-5 Days | 10-12 Months |
| Pomegranate | 2-5 Days | 1-3 Months | 10-12 Months |
Fresh Vegetables
| Product | Pantry | Raw, Refrigerator | Frozen |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artichokes, whole | 1-2 Days | 1-2 Weeks | Do not freeze |
| Asparagus | — | 3-4 Days | 5 Months |
| Beans and peas | — | 3-5 Days | 8 Months |
| Beets | 1 Day | 7-14 Days | 6-8 Months |
| Bok choy | — | 2-3 Days | 10-12 Months |
| Broccoli and broccoli raab | — | 3-5 Days | 10-12 Months |
| Brussels sprouts | — | 3-5 Days | 10-12 Months |
| Cabbage | — | 1-2 Weeks | 10-12 Months |
| Carrots and parsnips | — | 2-3 Weeks | 10-12 Months |
| Cauliflower | — | 3-5 Days | 10-12 Months |
| Celery | — | 1-2 Weeks | 10-12 Months |
| Corn on the cob | — | 1-2 Days | 8 Months |
| Cucumbers | — | 4-6 Days | Do not freeze |
| Eggplant | 1 Day | 4-7 Days | 6-8 Months |
| Garlic | 1 Month (unbroken bulbs) | 3-14 Days (individual cloves) | 1 Month |
| Ginger root | 2-5 Days | 2-3 Weeks | 6 Months |
| Greens | — | 1-4 Days | 10-12 Months |
| Herbs | — | 7-10 Days | 1-2 Months |
| Leeks | — | 1-2 Weeks | 10-12 Months |
| Lettuce, iceberg, romaine | — | 1-2 Weeks | Do not freeze |
| Lettuce, leaf, spinach | — | 3-7 Days | Do not freeze |
| Mushrooms | — | 3-7 Days | 10-12 Months |
| Okra | Highly perishable; 1 Day | 2-3 Days | 10-12 Months |
| Onions, dry | 1 Month | 2 Months | 10-12 Months |
| Onions, spring or green | 1 Month | 1 Week | 10-12 Months |
| Peppers | — | 4-14 Days | 6-8 Months |
| Potatoes | 1-2 Months | 1-2 Weeks | 10-12 Months |
| Pumpkins | 2-3 Months | 3-5 Months | — |
| Radishes | — | 10-14 Days | Do not freeze |
| Rhubarb | — | 3-7 Days | — |
| Rutabagas | 1 Week | 2-3 Weeks | 8-10 Months |
| Summer squash/zucchini | 1-5 Days | 4-5 Days | 10-12 Months |
| Squash, winter | 2-6 Weeks | 1-3 Months | 10-12 Months |
| Tamarind | 1-3 Weeks | Just the pulp: 6 Months | Just the pulp: 1 Year |
| Tomatoes | Until ripe, then up to 7 Days | 2-7 Days | 2 Months |
| Turnips | — | 2 Weeks | 8-10 Months |
Foods Purchased Frozen
| Product | Refrigerator After Thawing | Freezer |
|---|---|---|
| Bagels | 1-2 Weeks | 6 Months |
| Burritos, sandwiches | 3-4 Days | 2 Months (follow package cooking instructions) |
| Dough, commercial (bread or cookie) | After baking, 4-7 Days | Package use-by date |
| Egg substitutes | Package use-by date | 12 Months |
| Fish, breaded | Do not defrost; cook frozen | 18 Months |
| Fish, raw but headed and gutted | 1-2 Days | 6 Months |
| Frozen potato products (fries, hashbrowns, tater tots) | 3-4 Days | 6-12 Months |
| Frozen pretzels | 2-3 Weeks | 9-12 Months |
| Fruits such as berries, melons | 4-5 Days | 4-6 Months |
| Guacamole | 3-4 Days | 3-4 Months |
| Ice cream | Not recommended | 2-4 Months |
| Ice pops | Not recommended | 9 Months |
| Juice concentrates | 7-10 Days | 1-2 Years |
| Lobster tails | 2 Days | 2-4 Weeks |
| Pancakes, waffles | 3-4 Days | 2 Months |
| Sausages, uncooked | 1-2 Days | 1-2 Months |
| Sausage, precooked | 1 Week | 1-2 Months |
| Sherbet, sorbet | Not recommended | 2-4 Months |
| Shrimp and shellfish | 1-2 Days | 12-18 Months |
| Soy crumbles and hot dogs | 3-4 Days | 9 Months |
| Soy meat substitutes | 3-4 Days | 12-18 Months |
| Tempeh | 1-2 Weeks | 6 Months |
| Topping, whipped | 2 Weeks | 6 Months |
| Frozen meals, entrees and breakfast foods | Do not defrost; cook frozen | 3 Months |
| Vegetables | 3-4 Days | 8 Months |
Baking and Cooking
| Product | Unopened in Pantry | Refrigerator After Opening | In Pantry After Opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baking powder | 6-18 Months | — | 3-6 Months |
| Baking soda | 2-3 Years | — | 6 Months |
| Biscuit or pancake mix | 12 Months | — | Package use-by date |
| Cake, brownie, bread mixes | 12-18 Months | — | Package use-by date |
| Chocolate, unsweetened and semi-sweet, solid | 1-2 Years | — | 1 Year |
| Cocoa and cocoa mixes | Indefinitely | — | 1 Year |
| Cornmeal, regular | 6-12 Months | 1 Year | 2 Years |
| Cornmeal, stone ground | 1 Month | 2-4 Months | Not recommended |
| Cornstarch | 18-24 Months | — | 18 Months |
| Extracts, vanilla, lemon, etc. | 4 Years | — | 4 Years |
| Flour, white | 6-12 Months | 1 Year | 6-8 Months |
| Flour, whole wheat | 3-6 Months | 6-8 Months | — |
| Frosting or icing | 10-12 Months | 2-3 Weeks | Check label |
| Gelatin, flavored | 18 Months | — | Use entire packet; 3-4 Mos. |
| Gelatin, unflavored | 3 Years | — | Use entire packet |
| Nut oils | 6 Months | — | — |
| Oils, olive or vegetable | 6-12 Months | 4 Months | 3-5 Months |
| Shortening, solid | 1-2 Years | — | 6-12 Months |
| Sugar, brown | 18 Months | — | Sugar never spoils |
| Sugar, confectioners | 18 Months | — | Sugar never spoils |
| Sugar, granulated | 2 Years | — | Sugar never spoils |
| Sugar substitutes | 2 Years | Never spoils | — |
| Tamarind paste | 6-12 Months | 2-3 Months | 6 Months |
| Tapiocas | 12 Months | 12 Months | — |
| Vegetable oil sprays | 2 Years | — | 1 Year |
| Yeast | See expiration date | — | — |
Spices and Herbs
| Product | Unopened in Pantry | In Pantry After Opening |
|---|---|---|
| Chili powder | 2 Years total | 2 Years |
| Flavored or herb mixes | 6 Months | — |
| Herbs, dried | 1-2 Years | 1-2 Years |
| Seasoning blends | 1-2 Years | 1-2 Years |
| Spice, ground | 2-3 Years total | 2-3 Years |
| Spices, whole | 3-4 Years total | 3-4 Years |
Refrigerated Dough and Pasta
| Product | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| Cookie dough | Package use-by date | 6 Months |
| Fresh pasta, sold refrigerated | Package use-by date or 1-2 Days | 6 Months |
| Ready-to-bake pie crust | Package use-by date | 6 Months |
| Tube cans of biscuits, rolls, pizza dough, etc. | Package use-by date | Do not freeze |
Condiments & Sauces
| Product | Unopened in Pantry | Refrigerator After Opening |
|---|---|---|
| Barbecue sauce, bottled | 12 Months | 4 Months |
| Chutney | 12 Months | 1-2 Months |
| Dry cream sauce mixes | 6-12 Months | — |
| Dry gravy mixes | 2 Years | 1-2 Days |
| Gravy, jars and cans | 2-5 Years | 1-2 Days |
| Honey | 2 Years* | — |
| Horseradish, in jar | 12 Months | 3-4 Months |
| Jams, jellies and preserves | 6-18 Months | 6-12 Months |
| Ketchup, cocktail or chili sauce | 12 Months | 6 Months |
| Marinades | 1 Year | 6 Months |
| Mayonnaise, commercial | 3-6 Months | For best quality: 2 Months |
| Mustard | 1-2 Years | 12 Months |
| Olives, black and green | 12-18 Months | 2 Weeks |
| Pickles | 12 Months | 1-3 Months |
| Pesto, jarred | 6 Months | Refrigerator: 3 Days; Freezer: 1 Month |
| Pesto, refrigerated | — | Unopened: 1 Week; Opened: 3 Days |
| Salad dressings, commercial, bottled | 10-12 Months | 1-3 Months |
| Salsa, picante and taco sauces | 12 Months | 1 Month |
| Sauce mixes, nondairy (spaghetti, taco, etc.) | 2 Years | — |
| Spaghetti sauce in jars | 18 Months | 4 Days |
| Soy sauce or teriyaki sauce | 3 Years | 1 Month |
| Vinegar | 2 Years | 1 Year |
| Worcestershire sauce | 2 Years | 1 Year |
Shelf Stable Food — Baby Food
| Product | Unopened in Pantry | Refrigerator After Opening | In Pantry After Opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby food, jars or pouches | Package use-by date | 2-3 Days | — |
| Baby food, fruit | Package use-by date | 3 Days | — |
| Baby food, vegetables | Package use-by date | 2 Days | — |
| Baby food, dinners | Package use-by date | 2 Days | — |
| Baby food, cereal and dry mixes | Package use-by date | 1-2 Months | 2 Months |
| Formula, prepared | Package use-by date | 24 Hours | 1 Hour |
| Liquid concentrate or ready-to-feed formula | Package use-by date | 48 Hours | — |
Shelf Stable Foods — Meat and Poultry
| Product | Unopened in Pantry | Refrigerate After Opening |
|---|---|---|
| Bacon, fully cooked | Unopened, until the package use-by date | 5-14 Days |
| Ham, shelf-stable cans | 6-9 Months in the pantry | 3-4 Days |
| Jerky, commercially dried | 1-2 Months | 2-3 Months |
| Jerky, homemade | 1-2 Months | 1-2 Months |
| Meat products, canned | 5 Years | 3-4 Days |
| Retort pouches or boxes | Use package recommendations | 3-4 Days |
Shelf Stable Foods — Other Items
| Product | Unopened in Pantry | Refrigerator After Opening | In Pantry After Opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applesauce, commercial | 12-18 Months | 7-10 Days | Don't store in pantry after opening |
| Bacon bits, imitation | 1 Year | Package use-by date | 1 Year |
| Canned goods, low acid (meat, poultry, fish, gravy, stew, soups, beans, carrots, corn, pasta, peas, potatoes, spinach) | 2-5 Years | 3-4 Days | Do not store in pantry after opening |
| Canned goods, high acid (juices, fruit, pickles, sauerkraut, tomato soup, & vinegar-based sauces) | 12-18 Months | 5-7 Days | Do not store in pantry after opening |
| Cereal, ready-to-eat | 6-12 Months | — | 2-3 Months |
| Cereal, cook before eating (oatmeal, etc.) | 12 Months | — | 6-12 Months |
| Chocolate syrup | 2 Years | 6 Months | Not recommended |
| Crackers | 8 Months | Refrigerator or freezer: 3-4 Months | 1 Month |
| Garlic, chopped, commercial jars | 8-12 Months | Refrigerate: package use-by date | — |
| Graham crackers, animal crackers | 6-9 Months | — | — |
| Fruits, dried | 6 Months | 6 Months | 1 Month |
| Gummy (fruit) snacks | 6-9 Months | — | 6 Months |
| Marshmallows | 1 Year | — | 1 Month |
| Marshmallow crème | 2-5 Months | — | 1 Month |
| Milk, canned evaporated or condensed | 12 Months | 4-5 Days | — |
| Molasses | 1-2 Years | — | 6 Months |
| Mushrooms, dried | 1-2 Years | — | 3 Months |
| Nuts, jars or cans | 12 Months | Refrigerator: 4-6 Months; Freezer: 6-12 Months | 2-9 Months |
| Peanut butter, commercial | 6-24 Months | — | 2-3 Months |
| Pectin | Package use-by date | — | 1 Month |
| Popcorn, dry kernels in jar | 2 Years | — | 1 Year |
| Popcorn, commercial popping bags | 2-3 Months | — | 1-2 Weeks |
| Popcorn, microwave packets | 6-12 Months | — | 1-2 Days popped |
| Potato chips | Package use-by date; 2 Months | — | 1-2 Weeks |
| Potatoes, instant | 10-15 Months | — | 6-12 Months |
| Pretzels | 4-9 Months | — | 3 Weeks |
| Pudding mixes | 12 Months | — | 3-4 Months |
| Soup mixes, dry bouillon | 12 Months | — | 12 Months |
| Sun dried tomatoes | 1 Year | 3-6 Months | 3-6 Months |
| Syrup, genuine or real maple | 12 Months | 6 Months | Not recommended |
| Syrup, pancake | 12 Months | 12 Months | 12 Months |
| Toaster pastries | 6-12 Months | — | 1-2 Weeks |
Beverages
| Product | Unopened in Pantry | Refrigerator after Opening | In Pantry After Opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee, whole beans | 3-5 Months | For all types, 3-4 Months | 3-5 Months |
| Coffee, ground, non-vacuum | 3-5 Months | Freezer: 1-2 Years | 3-5 Weeks |
| Coffee, instant | 12 Months | — | 2-3 Months |
| Diet powder mixes and drink mixes | 18-24 Months | — | 1-3 Months |
| Juice, sold refrigerated | — | Package use-by date or 6-10 Days | — |
| Juice, sold shelf stable (bottles, boxes or cans) | Package best-by date or 4-12 Months | Package use-by date or 8-12 Days | — |
| Nectar (papaya, mango, guava) | 12-18 Months | Refrigerator: 5-7 Days; Freezer: 8-12 Months | — |
| Soda such as carbonated cola drinks, mixers, diet sodas, bottles or cans | Package use-by date (about 3 months for bottles; 9 months for cans) | 2-3 Days | 2-3 Days |
| Soy or rice beverage | Refrigerator unopened: 6 Months | Refrigerator: 7-10 Days; Freezer: 3 Months | — |
| Soy or rice beverage, refrigerated | Refrigerator unopened: 6 Months | Refrigerator: 7-10 Days; Freezer: 3 Months | — |
| Tea, bags | 18-36 Months | — | 6-12 Months |
| Tea, instant | 2-3 Years | — | 6-12 Months |
| Tea, loose | 2 Years | Only Matcha can be frozen after opening | 6-12 Months |
| Water | 1-2 Years | 2 Weeks | 3 Months |