Condiments, Sauces & Canned Goods
How long does bottled marinade last after opening?
An opened bottle of marinade keeps 6 months in the fridge — but marinade that’s sat with raw meat is finished the moment the meat comes out; pour that batch down the drain.
How long does it keep?
| Pantry, from purchase | 1 year |
|---|---|
| Fridge, opened | 6 months |
Can it sit out?
Unopened, bottled marinade is shelf-stable. Once opened, treat it as perishable — the FSIS 2-hour rule applies.
Perishable food left at room temperature for more than 2 hours should be thrown out — 1 hour if it’s 90°F or hotter (a picnic, a hot car, a summer kitchen).
How to tell if bottled marinade has gone bad
- A rancid smell off the oil in the blend
- Layers that won’t come back together after a hard shake
- Cloudy strands or fuzz hanging in the bottle
- Crust and mold dried into the cap
When in doubt, throw it out.
Pour off the basting portion before the raw meat ever goes in — that’s the only marinade worth brushing on at the end.
Quick answers
How long does bottled marinade last after opening?
An opened bottle of marinade keeps 6 months in the fridge — but marinade that’s sat with raw meat is finished the moment the meat comes out; pour that batch down the drain.
How long can bottled marinade sit out?
Sitting out isn’t the safety question for unopened bottled marinade — once opened, the FSIS 2-hour rule applies. Perishable food left at room temperature for more than 2 hours should be thrown out — 1 hour if it’s 90°F or hotter (a picnic, a hot car, a summer kitchen).