What is the shelf life if the LorAnn candy Flavorings?
1073917
I am sure its good for much longer but after 1 year I toss out any unused and buy new. Better safe then sorry in my book.
1073918
Thus far, the oldest container on my shelf was 2 years, I used it during this past holiday season and it still worked just as well as the first day that I opened it. Other than that one, I've not had stay on my shelves for more than about 16-18 months before running out, so I have no real frame of reference.I know that in the past, McCormick had listed it's flavorings as having a 4 year shelf life, except for Vanilla which was said to be able to last indefinitely. I can't imagine that other flavorings would be too different.
1073919
I can't give you an exact timeline, but such concentrated oils frequently last up to five years unopened if stored in a fairly temperature stable/dry/dark place. Usually I use up a box of about 16 drams of different flavours in less than a year, but I just cracked open a coconut one I've had for about two years and it was fine.
1073920
I just used some that I purchased more that 18 months ago and they were fine.
1287691
I am not certain, but other flavorings will last a long time and I assume this product will also. I purchased three bottles and have not yet finished the first bottle as one only needs to add about a teaspoonful to batter or dough that does not have another strong flavor (such as peppermint).
1020735
I don't exactly know the shelf life because we use these flakes all the time and probably run out of them before they ever go bad. I have never had them go bad. We keep ours in the refrigerator as it is yeast, and perhaps that helps it stay fresh longer. This is a really great product. My guess would be that it could last at least 7 months.
1070313
I don't know what is the shelf life but you can ask the seller, I still have one open in my fridge and the other one in the freezer, they last for ever, I will buy it again when ever I run out, for the price you can't go wrong in my opinion, I really like it, and the smell is really fresh.
1338979
That I can't tell you - I bought these a couple years ago - Although they worked well, not sure of the shelf life - sorry!
365550
I didn't see any expiration date on any of the cases I have purchased. They are packages in pairs. Each one of to in a light plastic wrapper. Then the two are sealed in an airtight mylar foil package which keeps them fresh until opened. After opening, they dry out in about a week to 10 days. But the sealed ones will last a very. long time. I have had some that were almost 6 months old and when opened they were perfect. I suspect it would take decades for these to deteriorate if they are not opened, which could occur by the hazelnut creme drying out. That creme is the best thing about this wonderful confectionery. I didn't see any expiration date on any of the cases I have purchased. They are packages in pairs. Each one of to in a light plastic wrapper. Then the two are sealed in an airtight mylar foil package which keeps them fresh until opened. After opening, they dry out in about a week to 10 days. But the sealed ones will last a very. long time. I have had some that were almost 6 months old and when opened they were perfect. I suspect it would take decades for these to deteriorate if they are not opened, which could occur by the hazelnut creme drying out. That creme is the best thing about this... » Read More I didn't see any expiration date on any of the cases I have purchased. They are packages in pairs. Each one of to in a light plastic wrapper. Then the two are sealed in an airtight mylar foil package which keeps them fresh until opened. After opening, they dry out in about a week to 10 days. But the sealed ones will last a very. long time. I have had some that were almost 6 months old and when opened they were perfect. I suspect it would take decades for these to deteriorate if they are not opened, which could occur by the hazelnut creme drying out. That creme is the best thing about this wonderful confectionery. « Show Less
1098047
The "date best used by" has always been at least one year from the date I've purchased these. I am not sure about the "shelf life" because they ALWAYS get eaten within a few months - I buy them by the case. I store them in the cupboard in the kitchen, and they have never lost their crispiness, flavor or any quality.
1489040
I don't have the exact dates because I don't have the original packaging anymore. But that being said, the candy was very fresh and tasty. And I have ordered them more then once and I have never had a problem with any of them being old or stale.
1821615
As long as they are carefully stored they should have a decent shelf life. I have some from almost three years ago, still work when cracked and shaken. Nephews get a huge kick out of them.
524970
You would need to call the manufacturer and ask expiration dates vs their inventory and when shipped. Consumers would not have any idea of that information. I can tell you that they don't last more than 3 or 4 weeks because we eat them. I can also tell you that we ordered these more than three times in the past year. One pack arrived here in California for Father's day and we put the last half dozen pieces in the fridge when it got hot at the end of June. We forgot them in there for over two months and the liquor started to blend with the chocolate. By September, they were not as good - so I would not recommend putting them in the fridge or leaving them there for extended period of time.
970200
I don't know because I sent them back - I bought them for the long shelf life, but the expiry date was only months away.
1360519
I am uncertain of the shelf life. We used one and did not open the other for at least two weeks and it was still fresh.
998217
I dont know that the shelf life would be a factor.. they are sealed in a plastic package...but the particular shipment we just got was not very good quality to begin with... the first batch of lanterns we ordered for our wedding were fantastic... they had a nice cardboard fuel pad that you simply lit after unfolding the lantern... this newer batch comes with the fuel packet seperate and it is simply a wax like block with fuel in it.. when lit, it melts and slides off the lantern... its neither safe nor effective in sending the lantern on its way up... we had one go into a tree and get stuck while flaming, and two of three we first set off lost the wax onto the deck where we were standing before they even airlifted... be careful in checking out the type of fuel packet before ordering.. it could be disappoionting during your time of celebration... Congrats on your wedding..
2061144
Most candy has at least a 6 month expiration date. It really is up to you when you decide to purchase. I don't think it would be a problem to order now. Thank you for your inquiry.
2042790
The expiry date on my little packages, that I bought in the early summer, is 'sell by October 2013'. There is no use by date. I am storing them in a cool dark pantry and don't expect any issues for quite a long time. As long as they last until the cross-country running season is over:) Pretzels and nutella after a long fast run, yum!! BTW, I am food-safe certified and don't take foolish chances with food.
365551
I didn't see any expiration date on any of the cases I have purchased. They are packages in pairs. Each one of to in a light plastic wrapper. Then the two are sealed in an airtight mylar foil package which keeps them fresh until opened. After opening, they dry out in about a week to 10 days. But the sealed ones will last a very. long time. I have had some that were almost 6 months old and when opened they were perfect. I suspect it would take decades for these to deteriorate if they are not opened, which could occur by the hazelnut creme drying out. That creme is the best thing about this wonderful confectionery.
1084728
Actually the LorAnn line offers flavoring oils specifically for making hard candy, these are 3x-4x stronger in flavor than typical extracts and stand up to the high heat of candy making. Though I have yet to make candy (it's certainly on my list of things to learn!) I would use these instead of the baking emulsions for the stronger flavor. Interestingly, these super strength oils CAN be used for baking too.