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Bought a can of Nido last summer and its been stored in the fridge since I got it. Anyone have any input on how long its good for? Would like to be able to use it for a few trips this summer without buying a new can.
Feral Bill
03-13-2017, 16:26
Is the can unopened? If so you are fine.
Is the can unopened? If so you are fine.
Nope. Was opened last July (2016)
swisscross
03-13-2017, 16:52
Unopened shelf life is 18 months.
I freeze mine between uses but never last more than a few months.
9 months in the fridge? I would deep six it myself.
orthofingers
03-13-2017, 16:55
I'm sure it has a "sell by" date or " best if used by" date. I tend to ignore those , myself. I'd use it if it didn't smell or taste funny, especially if it was unopened in the refrigerator.
Captain Blue
03-13-2017, 23:24
I've had opened NIDO un-refrigerated for more than a year. Tastes just fine. My can says store in a cool, dry place. Nothing about needing refrigeration. I store mine in the kitchen cabinet. My current can is from June 2016.
I've used more than 1 open can of Nido over a 12 month period without issue. Stored at room temperature which ranged from 60-85F depending on the time of year. Though I live out west with a low humidity if that makes any difference.
johnnybgood
03-13-2017, 23:30
I say when in doubt--throw it out.
Hmm, conflicting information. Sounds like I need to do a taste test....
Sandy of PA
03-14-2017, 08:38
Sniff test, what makes it go bad is the fats going rancid. If it smells good it probably is good.
Farr Away
03-14-2017, 13:54
When my Nido started to 'go', it would clump when I mixed it into my coffee. It still tasted fine, but that was the indicator that I should use it up soon.
-FA
peakbagger
03-14-2017, 14:32
I think if its kept dry it will last a long time.
I don't drink coffee but have container of coffee creamer that I used to use for mixing instant pudding for backpacking (pre Nido) its at least 15 year old and still is edible. Coffee creamer and Nido are quite similar products.
scrabbler
03-14-2017, 14:38
A new can is $4.50.
Now I have to sniff test my Nido? Its just been on the pantry shelf for about a year. I suppose that I'll also have to sniff the instant pudding that I've prefabbed with Nido.
I have stored unopened cans for 1-2 years unrefrigerated and the contents were fine. I've never even looked to see if there was an expiration date. Once I open a can, I keep it in the freezer until I'm done with the contents. I use it mostly in coffee, for baking on trail, and for adding to breakfast cereals.
DownEaster
03-15-2017, 23:38
A new can is $4.50.
Probably not, if we're talking the 3.52 lb. size. (But if that is the size can you're thinking about, please clue us in to your supplier!)
I just checked the can sitting on my kitchen counter, and it "expires" this coming November. I've had it open about 3 months now and it's doing great so far. I've been conducting tests of different mixes to add to oatmeal, cocoa, mac & cheese, & c. to get ready for my through hike next year. I think I'm liking Nestle Nido Fortificada better than local whole milk. (California has a funky law about required protein fortification to be sold as state-certified whole milk, likely to deter competition from out-of-state dairies. This makes homemade yogurt an easier endeavor -- a nice plus -- but does affect the taste -- clearly a minus.)
A new can is $4.50.
Where do you find it for that price? Smallest can on Amazon is over $8. I haven't found it local but probably haven't looked hard enough.
Traffic Jam
03-16-2017, 10:29
I have stored unopened cans for 1-2 years unrefrigerated and the contents were fine. I've never even looked to see if there was an expiration date. Once I open a can, I keep it in the freezer until I'm done with the contents. I use it mostly in coffee, for baking on trail, and for adding to breakfast cereals.
Me too, have had mine for at least two years, maybe longer and keep it in the freezer. I mainly use it for bread baking and haven't died yet so guess it's okay.
atraildreamer
03-16-2017, 11:15
Where do you find it for that price? Smallest can on Amazon is over $8. I haven't found it local but probably haven't looked hard enough.
Try ethnic foods sections of larger supermarkets and Hispanic grocery stores.
I never even paid attention to the expiration date and just kept it on the shelf in the pantry (even after opening). Are you supposed to refrigerate the powder after opening?
Try ethnic foods sections of larger supermarkets and Hispanic grocery stores.
Thanks for the info!
colorado_rob
03-16-2017, 14:55
I never even paid attention to the expiration date and just kept it on the shelf in the pantry (even after opening). Are you supposed to refrigerate the powder after opening?
We never have. I'm positive we've had cans of opened Nido for a couple of years, no problem. If in question, make a cup an do sniff test. Tossing a new can out is silly.
saltysack
03-16-2017, 19:01
Where do you find it for that price? Smallest can on Amazon is over $8. I haven't found it local but probably haven't looked hard enough.
As much as I hate Wally World they have it in Hispanic food section.
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Where do you find it for that price? Smallest can on Amazon is over $8. I haven't found it local but probably haven't looked hard enough.
I've recently discovered online shopping at Walmart. They've got the NIDO for $4.something and will ship to you free as long as you buy $35 of stuff. Just buy some usual grocery items to make up the $35 bucks.
As much as I hate Wally World they have it in Hispanic food section.
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Yep. Yellow label. Right next to the Nestle's Mexican solid hot chocolate. Not the powdered stuff. To die for!
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Wise Old Owl
03-20-2017, 20:44
I've had opened NIDO un-refrigerated for more than 2 years. Tastes great. My can says store in a cool, dry place. Nothing about needing refrigeration. I store mine in the kitchen cabinet. My current can is from July 2014. I use a silica packet inside it.
I had packaged NIDO into individual servings (25 g powder to dissolve in 1 cup of water) in Ziploc sandwich bags. Did not use them all, and today started working with food packs prepared one year ago. I am currently replacing the prepackaged NIDO with fresh.
Fresh NIDO has an off-white/yellowish appearance. My prepackaged powder had a distinct orange cast, a vitamin-like odor, and an off-taste. Again, these had been prepackaged and stored in thin sandwich bags, not in the NIDO container.
NIDO "instructions" note diluting 30 grams of powder in 1 cup of water. I like whole milk, and find a 25 gram to 1 cup dilution excellent. Folks accustomed to a lower fat content milk would probably be happy with a 20 gram to 1 cup dilution.
Painted Turtle
04-04-2017, 09:07
Probably not, if we're talking the 3.52 lb. size. (But if that is the size can you're thinking about, please clue us in to your supplier!)
I just checked the can sitting on my kitchen counter, and it "expires" this coming November. I've had it open about 3 months now and it's doing great so far. I've been conducting tests of different mixes to add to oatmeal, cocoa, mac & cheese, & c. to get ready for my through hike next year. I think I'm liking Nestle Nido Fortificada better than local whole milk. (California has a funky law about required protein fortification to be sold as state-certified whole milk, likely to deter competition from out-of-state dairies. This makes homemade yogurt an easier endeavor -- a nice plus -- but does affect the taste -- clearly a minus.)
Amazon $4.48 for the 12.6 container. I just ordered some.
lonehiker
04-04-2017, 12:01
I've used Nido that has been at least 2-3 years old (simply stored in a pantry) and don't notice any difference. My guess is that as long as it doesn't get humidity/moisture in it, that it would last a fair amount of time.