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How Long Does Fruit Juice in Cartons, Fruit Drinks, Punch Last?

Beverages · official USDA FoodKeeper guidance, snapshot 2026-07-24

Storage method

Fruit Juice in cartons, fruit drinks, punch — pantry, from date of purchase

3 weeks in the pantry

  • Cool, dry pantry or cupboard
  • Applies from date of purchase
Pick a valid date to calculate the recommended use-by window.

Source: USDA FSIS FoodKeeper (v128, snapshot 2026-07-24) · About this data · Report an issue

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All official guidance for fruit juice in cartons, fruit drinks, punch

Every storage entry the USDA FoodKeeper dataset lists for this food, exactly as published (v128, snapshot 2026-07-24). “No official duration listed” means the source does not provide a number for that combination — not that the food lasts forever.

WhereConditionOfficial time
Pantryfrom date of purchase3 weeks
Pantryafter opening7 to 12 days
Refrigeratorafter opening8 to 12 days

Common questions about fruit juice in cartons, fruit drinks, punch

How long does fruit juice in cartons, fruit drinks, punch last in the refrigerator?
8 to 12 days in the refrigerator, after opening, per the USDA FSIS FoodKeeper dataset. Times assume a refrigerator at or below 40 °F (4 °C).
How long does fruit juice in cartons, fruit drinks, punch last in the pantry?
3 weeks in the pantry, counted from the date of purchase, per the USDA FSIS FoodKeeper dataset. Assumes a cool, dry pantry away from light.
How long does fruit juice in cartons, fruit drinks, punch last after opening?
Once opened — pantry: 7 to 12 days; refrigerator: 8 to 12 days, per the USDA FSIS FoodKeeper dataset.

Two reminders that apply here

Keep the fridge at 40 °F (4 °C) or below.Refrigerator times in this dataset assume a refrigerator held at or below 40 °F. An appliance thermometer is the reliable way to check.
The two-hour rule.Perishable food left at room temperature for more than 2 hours (1 hour above 90 °F / 32 °C) should be discarded, per FoodSafety.gov. Storage windows assume food was refrigerated promptly.