One thing to remember.
Maple syrup storage fridge.
But it will last longer in the refrigerator.
It doesn t have to be and it will probably take at least a year for it to grow any mold if left in the pantry.
Refrigerate once opened.
The refrigerator or preferably the freezer.
If made to modern standards and properly graded its flavor will not change perceptibly for years and years.
To freeze maple syrup store in airtight container and leave at least 1 2 inch headspace at the top as syrup will expand when frozen.
Once opened store tightly closed in the refrigerator or place the unused portion back in the deep freezer.
For long term storage the association says that maple syrup retains its flavor best when kept in the freezer it will not freeze solid.
Until you open the container jar maple syrup should be kept in a cool and dry place.
Once it is opened it s a different story.
Maple syrup that has been continuously refrigerated will keep for about one year after opening.
Maple syrup doesn t expire.
How to store maple syrup.
In addition to refrigerating opened maple syrup the vermont maple sugar makers association recommends storing unopened maple syrup in a cool place.
To further extend the shelf life of opened maple syrup freeze it.
That s because it s an all natural product and doesn t contain any preservatives.
The pantry is the perfect place but a kitchen cupboard works too.
And that s fine if your bottle of maple syrup hasn t been opened yet.
Maple syrup should be stored in the refrigerator.
As long as maple syrup is unopened you should store it in a cool dry area.
Room temperature unopened you can store it at room temperature just like any other type of canned food.
You can store a bottle or can of maple syrup for a very long time even years as long as it is sealed and stored in a desirable temperature.
However maple syrup can be spoiled or go bad this change happens due to contamination of one kind or another non living or living.
Pantry seems to be the best option so you won t have to fit the jar or container into the fridge.
Unrefrigerated maple syrup can grow mold which is not delicious.
Once you open the syrup it s recommended to put it into the fridge as it doesn t have any preservatives.
To be preserve flavor and avoid mold maple syrup should be kept in the fridge once opened.
No one wants cold syrup on their pancakes so simply heat up a small portion in the microwave before serving.
Keep unopened containers of maple syrup in a cool dry place.
I ve seen refrigerated jars 3 years old without any mold.
But once it s open according to maple syrup makers far and wide the fridge is the right place for it to be.
Once you open the bottle you should keep it tightly closed and refrigerated.
You may be surprised but maple syrup doesn t get stale.
