How long does lime juice last?
In the fridge, lime juice keeps for 2 months after opening. In the pantry, it keeps for 12 to 18 months from the package date. Once opened, use it within 2 months.
12 to 18 months
from the package date
2 months
after opening
2 months
in the fridge unless noted
Does lime juice go bad?
Yes. The fridge time above is the window USDA gives for good quality; after it, lime juice may still be safe for a short while but quality drops and spoilage signs start. The date on the package is the maker's quality promise; the times here count from purchase unless marked "from the package date".
Two numbers to keep in mind: a fridge at 40 F (4 C) or below, and no more than 2 hours at room temperature (1 hour above 90 F / 32 C) for anything perishable.
How to tell lime juice has gone bad
General signs for beverages, the group USDA lists lime juice under.
- Fizzy drinks that have gone flat or taste metallic
- Sour or curdled smell from opened juice or milk alternatives
- Cloudiness or separation that will not shake back together
- Cork pushed slightly out or wine that smells like vinegar
- Mould ring forming at the neck of a bottle or carton
More on beverages. The times above are quality guidelines, not safety limits; food that shows these signs goes out regardless of the date.
How long do other beverages last?
Source: USDA FSIS FoodKeeper dataset (public domain). How we decode the data.