Bought a bottle of RumChata for a party but didn’t even get to open it? Now you found it sitting in the cabinet, a couple of months past its date. Does RumChata go bad?
Or you stored away the leftovers when the last guests left and completely forgot about the bottle the moment you hit the bed. Now, almost a week later, you’re almost sure that the rum cream is spoiled and that you have to discard it. But instead of jumping the gun, you decided to google if you should toss it or not. And thanks to that impulse, you’ve (most likely) saved yourself a couple of tasty cocktails for a date night. Or another round of drinks with your friends.
In this short article, we cover the storage, shelf life, and possible signs of RumChata going bad. If that’s what you’re looking for, read on.
One visual indicator of spoilage in Rumchata is the presence of mold. If you see any green or fuzzy growth on the surface, it is a clear sign that the drink has gone bad. Mold can develop when the bottle has been improperly sealed or stored in a humid environment. Additionally, the color of spoiled Rumchata may change.
How Long Does RumChata Last?
Unlike triple sec, RumChata isn’t one of the super-long-lasting liqueurs. Nevertheless, it easily keeps top quality for several years while unopened (RC), and up to 12 months after opening (ITM). Here’s what Charlie Mass (Global Branding Officer) says about storing opened RumChata (ITM):
That doesn’t mean that after a year the liqueur will spoil, but merely that its quality might not be the best. And as you and I know, the quality doesn’t drop overnight, but it’s a gradual process. In other words, if you keep the leftovers for another couple of months past that one year mark, they should still be pretty good.
| Pantry | |
|---|---|
| RumChata (unopened) | Several years |
| RumChata (opened) | 12 months for best quality |
Please note the periods above are approximate.
How To Store RumChata?
The way you store RumChata is pretty similar to other rum-based alcoholic beverages, including rum itself. All it needs is room temperature (or below), and being tightly closed and away from sources of heat. The ideal storage temp is between 50-75°F (10-24°C) (RC), so a cabinet in the pantry or kitchen is all you need.
And even though it’s a cream liqueur, you don’t need to refrigerate it after opening. Here’s what the FAQ page on RumChata’s website says about refrigeration (RC):
In case you were wondering how is that possible, those are the wonders that homogenization brings us (ITM). Plus it’s not like there’s a ton of cream in there. It’s enough to make the liqueur taste as it’s supposed to.
So yeah, even if you left the bottle on the tabletop once the party concluded, the rum cream should be perfectly fine. No need to worry about it spoiling and whatnot.
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FAQ
Does RumChata go bad?
What color should RumChata be?
Why is my RumChata chunky?
Does cream liqueur go bad?
How do I know if my RumChata has gone bad?
It’s difficult to tell if the product has gone bad without opening it and smelling or tasting it first, so here are some warning signs that your RumChata might have spoiled: The container feels abnormally cold when touched by hand. If there is mold on top of the bottle cap – discard it immediately.
Why my stomach keeps rumbling for months?
The belching is a normal phenomenon because gas in the digestive tract is moved by peristalsis of the digestive tract. Intestinal peristalsis may be increased by enteritis or decreased by ileus.
Can you get sick from Old RumChata?
As a result of that, it would be extremely unlikely for you to get sick from old RumChata. It may start to lose its flavor about 12 months after opening, but that does not necessarily mean it is bad. It might not taste all that good, but it most likely will not make you sick.