How long does Worcestershire sauce last?

Worcestershire sauce keeps about 1 year in the pantry.

Source: USDA FoodKeeper v128 · Category: Condiments & sauces

How long Worcestershire sauce keeps

Only situations with a published figure are listed. A blank isn't “forever” — it means no reliable number is published for it.

Storage

• Store at: Cool, dry pantry away from heat and light
• Refrigerate after opening: Optional — mainly for quality, not safety
• Tip: Refrigeration ensures that commercial sauces and condiments stay fresh for a longer period of time. Shelf-stable commercial worcestershire sauce is safe when stored at room temperature after opening. Quality, not safety, is the reason the labels on these products suggest that they be refrigerated after opening.

How to tell if Worcestershire sauce has gone bad

• Mould around the rim, cap, or surface
• An off, fermented, or yeasty smell
• Fizzing, bubbling, or a bulging lid
• Separation or a colour change that won't stir back in

These are the general spoilage signs for condiments & sauces — never taste something to test it. When in doubt, throw it out.

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