How-To
How to Store Shaved Ice Syrups (and Make Them Last)
Make a big batch once, enjoy it all summer.
Fridge, bottles and shelf life
Cooked simple-syrup-based flavors keep well in clean, sealed bottles in the fridge — typically a few weeks for plain syrups and a bit less for fresh-fruit ones.
Sterilize your bottles, cool syrup fully before capping, and label with the date so you're never guessing.
Signs it's time to toss
Trust your senses — cloudiness, off smells or any fizz means it's done.
- Any sour or fermented smell
- Bubbles or fizzing (a sign of fermentation)
- Mold or cloudiness in a once-clear syrup
- When unsure, make a fresh small batch
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