How Long Does "Genuine" Maple Syrup Last?
Storage method
"Genuine" Maple syrup — unopened, glass — pantry
4 years in the pantry
- Cool, dry pantry or cupboard
- Applies general guideline · unopened, glass
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Source: USDA FSIS FoodKeeper (v128, snapshot 2026-07-24) · About this data · Report an issue
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All official guidance for "genuine" maple syrup
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.
"Genuine" Maple syrup — unopened, glass
| Where | Condition | Official time |
|---|---|---|
| Pantry | general guideline | 4 years |
| Refrigerator | general guideline | Keeps indefinitely |
"Genuine" Maple syrup — unopened, plastic
| Where | Condition | Official time |
|---|---|---|
| Pantry | general guideline | 2 years |
| Refrigerator | general guideline | 18 to 24 months |
Common questions about "genuine" maple syrup
- How long does "genuine" maple syrup last in the refrigerator?
- The dataset lists it as keeping indefinitely in the refrigerator, per the USDA FSIS FoodKeeper dataset. Times assume a refrigerator at or below 40 °F (4 °C).
- How long does "genuine" maple syrup last in the pantry?
- 4 years in the pantry, per the USDA FSIS FoodKeeper dataset. Assumes a cool, dry pantry away from light.
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.