Does maple syrup go bad if refrigerated?

It’s a common misconception that maple syrup will go bad if stored in the refrigerator. In fact, maple syrup is a natural product that helps protect the sugar from fermentation. Once opened, it will stay fresh for about a month and does not need to be refrigerated. You can keep maple syrup in the refrigerator after opening but you will notice a little crystallization.

Can maple syrup go bad if it's refrigerated?

While maple syrup can be stored at room temperature for up to one year, syrup that has crystallized naturally will have a thick consistency and won't be good for your health or taste if you reheat it. To prevent crystallization, add an equal amount of water when reheating and then strain the mixture.

Maple syrup goes off if refrigerated?

Maple syrup goes bad if refrigerated at all. If you want to keep maple syrup for longer than a few days, you should store it in the freezer. If not, you will have to scrape off crystallized syrup that has formed on the surface. The crystallized syrup will have a burnt taste and will not be very appetizing.

Does maple syrup expire if refrigerated?

Unopened bottles of maple syrup should be refrigerated at all times to prevent the growth of bacteria. After opening, however, maple syrup will not expire as long as it is kept sealed in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The syrup will still be edible for several months. Proper storage will also prevent the crystallization of the syrup, known as “sugar crash” when maple syrup is first opened.

Maple syrup goes bad if refrigerated for a long time?

A good quality maple syrup should be sealed in its own jar and stored in the refrigerator for no more than three months. Once opened, it should be consumed within a month. If it is kept for more than 30 days, it will develop crystallized granules and an unpleasant, burnt taste. The syrup crystallizes due to the evaporation of water. The thicker a syrup is, the longer it can be stored.