How long do margaritas keep

So, what do you do if you have left over margarita mix from the party? Does margarita mix go bad? How can you store margarita mix safely? Margarita mix is basically water with a lot of sugar and preservatives added. So, is it something that goes bad right away? However, though margarita mixes have quite a good shelf life, they will go bad eventually. However, a major disclaimer, you have to store them properly!

An unopened bottle of non-alcoholic margarita mix will last you for about 1 year when stored in the pantry. An opened bottle, however, has a much lesser shelf life comparatively.

It will last for about months, only if you store it in the refrigerator or the freezer. If stored in the pantry, the shelf life will be decreased to a few weeks or even days. The same is the case for homemade margarita mix. So, be extra careful with your homemade mixes and refrigerate or freeze them at all times as they only last for a few weeks.

Also, as alcohol is quite prone to spoilage and is highly shelf-stable, margarita mixes containing tequila are more stable in the pantry than those that lack tequila. But how do you tell that if your margarita mix has gone bad?

No wonder margarita mixes smell so wonderful — a perfect combination of sweet and sour. The sugar and lime in the mixes really do their job good. Tips How long do ready-to-drink margaritas last once opened? The precise answer depends to a large extent on storage conditions — keep opened ready-to-drink margaritas refrigerated and tightly closed. How long do ready-to-drink margaritas last in the refrigerator once opened?

Ready-to-drink margaritas that have been continuously refrigerated will typically keep at best quality for about 4 to 6 months after opening.

Sometimes a celebration calls for margarita mix. Imagine Cinco de Mayo without this drink? How long does it last? Fortunately, margarita mix lasts about a year or so past the best-by date. That is if it remains unopened. Does Tequila Go Bad? Although margarita mix lasts pretty long, it is good to keep these signs that your mix has spoiled in mind in case.

Spoiled margarita mix will give off an odd smell that is more sour than usual. Also, be on the look-out for any discoloration or particles that may have found their way into the bottle. If you find any of these in your bottle of margarita mix, toss it out. If there are no other signs, give it a taste.