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How Long Does Kombucha (store-bought, opened) Last? — Shelf Life & Storage Guide
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Refrigerator: 7-10 days
Freezer: Not recommended
Overview
Kombucha (store-bought, opened) lasts 7-10 days in the fridge. Complete shelf life, storage tips, and spoilage signs.
Key Details
- Refrigerator: 7-10 days
- Freezer: Not recommended
- Pantry/Counter: 1-3 months (unopened, pasteurized)
- Category: Condiments
Why This Matters
- Spoilage sign: Extremely vinegary taste beyond normal tang
- Spoilage sign: Mold on surface (fuzzy, not the SCOBY)
- Spoilage sign: Off or chemical smell
- Spoilage sign: Excessive fizziness or bottle bloating
How To
- 1Keep refrigerated at all times — warmth reactivates fermentation
- 2Unpasteurized kombucha continues to ferment slowly even in fridge
- 3Check best-by date — taste gets more vinegary over time
- 4If a SCOBY forms on top, the kombucha is still safe but very active
- 5Do not freeze — kills beneficial probiotics and changes texture
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UsefulFrequently Asked Questions
Kombucha (store-bought, opened) lasts 7-10 days in the fridge.