Does unopened package need refrigeration?
932519
Hi, No (though with an asterisk-like caveat)... The 32-ounce packages (and smaller) are, in fact, shelf-stable, and do not need to be refrigerated prior to opening. In a grocery store, one would tend to find the 32-ounce and smaller -sized versions of this product out 'on the floor', versus being sold out of a refrigerated case (though I realize that various grocery stores often put the milk variant shelf-stable items in refrigerated cases, largely at the behest of the manufacturer, in order to have such items seen as true 'competitor'-based alternatives to dairy milk (though when a from-what-I-can-tell-it-is-a-shelf-stable product I want to buy happens to be sold in such a way, I find myself 'holding my breath' a bit, as I set the item on a shelf, after arriving home)). However, the 64-ounce/half-gallon version of this product absolutely seems to need refrigeration prior to opening -- though there isn't a truly obvious indication of such. The non-shelf-stable nature of the half-gallon size is perhaps due in large part to the fact that the packaging is quite akin to that of dairy milk half-gallon containers (not the plastic ones, obviously), and as such, does not have the liquid-proof 'seal' -type 'outer layer' (a kind of quasi-'encasement') that is otherwise found on the packaging of the 32-ounce and smaller sizes of the almond milk. So, if you buy the half-gallon size from a grocery store (and they do sell two-pack versions of such, as well), be sure to refrigerate such 'from the get-go'. But for all other/smaller sizes -- including the size associated with this listing on Amazon -- they're shelf-stable, and do not need to be refrigerated before opening.
932520
Nope! I store mine in the pantry and stick in the refrigerator a day before I intend to use it.
1212460
Yes, unopened is absolutely the best way because they don't last super long otherwise (ask me how I know). I am almost 100% sure they do not have to be refrigerated while still unopened.
1945584
I have not had any problems with it not being refrigerated. You may want to refrigerate after opening.
2136056
To my knowledge it does not need to be refrigerated and is not shipped cold. I do not refrigerate mine, but I also keep my house below 75 degrees.
1816096
I just purchased this product, and the packaging states "refrigerate after opening."
512509
I went on their website to ask this very same thing and found that this particular one does not require refrigeration. I always keep my supplements in the fridge anyways so that's where it went.
1358617
No, it does not need to be refrigerated after opening. It takes a couple of months to use up a 32 ounce bottle stored at room temperature with no problems
356728
the package says 'store in a cool dry place'. Expiration date is well into the future, no mention of refrigeration needed.
1947226
Refrigeration is recommended by the manufacturer but it is not required. The kits can be kept at room temperature but if that is done the expiration date is cut in half. Our kits expire 09/2015 so even if its not refrigerated during shipping there will be no issue.
1925429
You can store the unopened packets in the cupboard or pantry. Once a packet is opened, you will need to refrigerate the uneaten remainder.
204874
No, it does not need to be refrigerated after opening. Unless you prefer to take it cold. It's up to you!
1632097
I'm guessing no, because I was told not to refrigerate it. Sounds like room temperature is the best.
300071
Hi I believe once opened it must be refrigerated. I think this is the best product of its kibd
999641
You do not have to refrigerate. I just used a kit that I bought months ago, and it is great.
650366
The packets don't require refrigeration as it is a dry mix. I have used up mine so don't know about expiration dates on the product but I am sure they can be on the shelf for at least a year.
111628
Hello, Yes, that item is stored in refrigeration and is shipped in a thermal envelope with a cold pack.
701369
The bottle doesn't say it needs to be refrigerated. We leave ours at room temp and haven't had any problems.