Does the expiration date on spices really matter?

Check this chart for your favorite spices and see how long they really last. ... When properly stored, the shelf life of spices past their sell by date is . .... read more

The dates are estimates of when the ingredient (herb, spice, chemical, or flavor) will be much less effective than when packaged. Whether the ingredient is an herbs or spice, whole or ground, in an extract, and other factors influence how long the spice will be fragrant and flavorful. read more

Over time, spices will lose their potency and not flavor your food as intended. As a general rule, whole spices will stay fresh for about 4 years, ground spices for about 3 to 4 years and dried leafy herbs for 1 to 3 years. read more

Check this chart for your favorite spices and see how long they really last. Shelf life, storage and expiration information. read more