Shelf Life Tips
- How long does non-alcoholic Bloody Mary mix last once opened? The precise answer depends to a large extent on storage conditions — keep opened Bloody Mary mix refrigerated and tightly closed.
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How long does Bloody Mary mix last in the refrigerator once opened? Bloody Mary mix that has been continuously refrigerated will keep at best quality for about 3 to 4 weeks after opening.
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Is opened Bloody Mary mix safe to drink after the "expiration" date on the bottle? Yes, provided it is properly stored, the bottle is undamaged and there is no sign of spoilage (see below) - commercially packaged Bloody Mary mix will typically carry a " Best By," "Best if Used By," "Best Before", or "Best When Used By" date but this is not a safety date, it is the manufacturer's estimate of how long the Bloody Mary mix will remain at peak quality.
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How can you tell if opened Bloody Mary mix is bad or spoiled? If the Bloody Mary mix develops an off odor, flavor or appearance it should be discarded.
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