Introduction
Coffee Mate is a popular creamer that comes in many different flavors, but does it need to be refrigerated? In this article, we’re going to review the ingredients in Coffee Mate and explain how temperature affects them. We’ll also show you how best to store your Coffee Mate so that it stays fresh for as long as possible.
Does Coffee Mate Need to Be Refrigerated?
Coffee Mate is a shelf-stable product, meaning it does not need to be refrigerated.
While it’s true that Coffee Mate has an indefinite shelf life, this doesn’t mean you should leave it out on the countertop for months at a time. We recommend keeping any unused portion in your pantry or cabinet until next time (and then following our instructions on how long Coffee Mate lasts past its expiration date).
How to Store Coffee Mate
How to Store Coffee Mate
Coffee Mate is a shelf-stable product, but it’s still best to store it in a cool, dry place. You can leave it on your counter or pantry shelf until you open it, at which point you should transfer the container into the refrigerator. Coffee Mate will last for up to 6 months after being opened if stored in the refrigerator; however, we recommend using up all remaining contents within 2 weeks of opening if possible because they may begin to separate and become thicker over time.
Coffee Mates that contain nonfat milk powder are not recommended for use in hot beverages due to potential curdling issues with those products that contain dairy ingredients like whole milk powder or whey protein concentrate (both found in some varieties).
Best By, Use By and Expiration Dates on Coffee Mate
There are two main types of dates that you’ll find on your Coffee Mate products. The first is the Best By date, which is the last date that the product should be sold and consumed. The second is the Use By date, which is the last day that you can use your product without compromising its quality or safety. These dates are not required by law but are provided by manufacturers so consumers know when their food has gone bad or needs to be tossed out.
Expiration dates aren’t required on all foods; they’re only required when there’s a health risk associated with consuming past-date products (i.e., milk goes sour). If you’re unsure whether or not an expiration date applies to your Coffee Mate purchase, look for it on the label!
Can Coffee Mate Go Bad?
Coffee Mate is a shelf-stable product, meaning it doesn’t need to be refrigerated.
Even if you don’t use the entire container of Coffee Mate before its Best By date, it will stay safe to eat. The only thing you have to worry about is whether or not your favorite flavor will still taste good after all that time in storage! (Spoiler: It probably will.)
If you prefer to store your Coffee Mate in the refrigerator, go right ahead! But remember that this will only prolong its freshness–it won’t make it last forever and ever like some people think refrigeration does for food products (ehem).
Caffeine is the only ingredient in “Coffee Mate” that is not stable when stored at room temperature.
Caffeine is the only ingredient in “Coffee Mate” that is not stable when stored at room temperature. Caffeine is a natural stimulant and it can cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rapid heartbeat and insomnia if you consume too much of it. Caffeine also acts as an addictive substance for some people.
Now that we know about caffeine’s instability at room temperature and its potential side effects on health, let’s talk about why we should refrigerate our Coffee Mates:
- It prolongs the shelf life of your product
- It prevents mold growth
Conclusion
The best way to store Coffee Mate is in the refrigerator. This will keep it fresh and protect you from any bacteria that could grow on the surface of the product. You can also freeze Coffee Mate if you don’t want to store it in the fridge, but this will make it harder for you to scoop out when needed.