Molasses question?

[aHobbs]

What is the shelf life of molasses? Found a bottle of molasses at the back of my pantry shelf from 1997. How would one tell if its bad???

 

[Callisto in NC]

If it's not crystalized, it should be fine.

 

[MexicoKaren]

If you're looking for a second opinion, I agree with Callisto. If it looks OK (not cloudy or crystallized), I'm sure it's all right.

 

[blissful]

It's probably fine because of it's high sugar content. (like honey or jam)

Or there is another test, it's called the "24-36 hour test".
Taste some and get back to us in 24 to 36 hours, if you aren't sick, it's fine. Okay, not so funny.

 

[Michael in FtW]

Molasses is one of those foods that seem to last for nearly forever (like honey and fish sauce). I've had some that was over 10-years old that was perfectly fine. Being crystalized does not mean it's bad - just old.

It's bad if it has mold growing on it ....

 

[aHobbs]

After reading all your comments, I tried the old molasses and its fine, it tastes like its suppose to and I am still here so good sign