We'd like to remind Forumites to please avoid political debate on the Forum... Read More » This is to keep it a safe and useful space for MoneySaving discussions. Threads that are - or become - political in nature may be removed in line with the Forum’s rules. Thank you for your understanding.

PLEASE READ BEFORE POSTING

Hello Forumites! However well-intentioned, for the safety of other users we ask that you refrain from seeking or offering medical advice. This includes recommendations for medicines, procedures or over-the-counter remedies. Posts or threads found to be in breach of this rule will be removed.

Lifespan of treacle?

Grumpysally

Grumpysally Posts: 810 Forumite

Part of the Furniture

500 Posts

Name Dropper

24 October 2022 at 10:33AM in Old style MoneySaving

I have unearthed a jar of black treacle. BBE April 2018.
It looks ok, smells ok. I can't see why treacle would go off. Unless it got contaminated with breadcrumbs etc.
Should I risk it?

0

Comments

Floss Posts: 8,928 Forumite

24 October 2022 at 10:53AM

Definitely - I think mine is probably of a similar vintage and I haven't died of using it yet.

2021 Decluttering Awards: ⭐⭐🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇 2022 Decluttering Awards: 🥇
2023 Decluttering Awards: 🥇 🏅🏅🥇
2024 Decluttering Awards: 🥇⭐
1
-taff Posts: 15,182 Forumite

24 October 2022 at 11:09AM

I would...

Non me fac calcitrare tuum culi
0
DullGreyGuy Posts: 17,192 Forumite

24 October 2022 at 11:11AM

Its nearly pure sugar and almost no bacteria can survive it... same as the 3,000 year old honey that was found and confirmed as still edible.

If you look at the Tate & Lyle website they only warn of explosive pressure building up in opened cans rather than the contents going off.

1
YoungBlueEyes Posts: 4,754 Forumite

24 October 2022 at 11:26AM

I’ve a jar of golden syrup that’s years out of date and I’m still using it.

If you’re worried, maybe dip a teaspoon into it and have a taste…?

Don't throw sodium chloride at people. That's a salt.
1
MrsFarmer19 Posts: 39 Forumite

24 October 2022 at 12:01PM

Go for it! It'll be fine!

0
Rosa_Damascena Posts: 6,877 Forumite

24 October 2022 at 12:56PM

Treacle is like honey and golden syrup, a forever product!

No man is worth crawling on this earth.

So much to read, so little time.
1
Pollycat Posts: 35,541 Forumite

25 October 2022 at 8:22AM

I would risk it.
I'm still using a jar of honey brought back from Greece by a friend in 2015.
'best before' is very different to 'use by'.

0
OrkneyStar Posts: 7,025 Forumite

25 October 2022 at 9:12AM

If it had been opened then I wouldn't, but it it is sealed then it's probably ok.

Ermutigung wirkt immer besser als Verurteilung.
Encouragement always works better than judgement.
0
wort Posts: 1,906 Forumite

25 October 2022 at 4:13PM

Does anyone know who is still selling treacle , I haven’t seen it in my local supermarkets for a couple of years !

Focus on contribution instead of the impressiveness of consumption to see the true beauty in people.
0
cymruchris Posts: 5,556 Forumite

25 October 2022 at 4:19PM

wort said:

Does anyone know who is still selling treacle , I haven’t seen it in my local supermarkets for a couple of years !

Just bought a tin of Lyles black treacle on my last Waitrose order for my upcoming home-baked christmas cake.

1

★ ★ ★ Meet your Ambassadors

Confirm your email address to Create Threads and Reply

Categories

All Categories
349.8K Banking & Borrowing
252.6K Reduce Debt & Boost Income
453K Spending & Discounts
242.7K Work, Benefits & Business
619.4K Mortgages, Homes & Bills
176.3K Life & Family
255.6K Travel & Transport
1.5M Hobbies & Leisure
16.1K Discuss & Feedback
15.1K Coronavirus Support Boards

MSE News

Martin Lewis: Is the £20,000 cash ISA limit about to be killed off? What savers should be doing now
Plans to cut the £20,000 cash ISA limit later this year are being considered by the Government. In his latest video, MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis explains what's likely to happen, what the changes would mean for savers and what you should be doing now.
NatWest to complete takeover of Sainsbury's Bank this week – here's what it means for savers and borrowers
Sainsbury's Bank's savings, credit cards and loans will be taken over by NatWest from 1 May. For most, this means little change for now as the Sainsbury’s brand will remain, though it's expected to be phased out towards the end of this year. However, if you've over £85,000 saved across both banks, you'll need to move any excess elsewhere to ensure your cash remains protected.
NatWest to complete takeover of Sainsbury's Bank this week – here's what it means for savers and borrowers
From Thursday 1 May, Sainsbury's Bank credit cards, loans and savings accounts will be run by NatWest as part of a deal between the two banks. You'll be moved to NatWest in the future, likely towards the end of this year, but for now the Sainsbury's Bank brand will remain and you can continue to use its products and services as before.
Martin Lewis: Is the £20,000 cash ISA limit about to be killed off? What you need to know
Plans to cut the £20,000 cash ISA limit later this year are being considered by the Government. In his latest video, MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis explains what's likely to happen, what the changes would mean for savers and what you should be doing now.
Warning: 'WASPI' women affected by State Pension age rise should watch out for 'steep rise' in scams
If you're a woman born in the 1950s affected by changes to your State Pension age, be on high alert for scams offering compensation for this. Campaign group Women Against State Pension Inequality (WASPI) and charity Independent Age have warned so-called 'WASPI' women to be extremely careful, as there's been a reported "steep rise" in the number of scams targeting this group.
Martin Lewis: 'WASPI' women affected by State Pension age rise should beware 'steep rise' in scams
If you're a woman born in the 1950s, be on high alert for scams offering compensation for those affected by changes to their State Pension age. MoneySavingExpert.com (MSE) founder Martin Lewis has warned so-called 'WASPI' women to be extremely careful, as there's been a reported "steep rise" in the number of scams targeting this group – with some even using Martin's name.
Small pension pots to be automatically combined in future under Government plans – here's what it could mean for you
If you have a number of small pension pots you've built up over years of changing jobs, they may be automatically combined in future under new Government plans. This could make it easier to stay on top of your pension savings and reduce costs – but it's still very early days, and we don't yet know exactly how the scheme will work in practice.
Martin Lewis: Aged 20 to 25? Trick to get a FREE four-year railcard worth £100 from Santander
If you're aged 20 to 25, there's a trick right now that can get you a free four-year railcard worth £100 via the bank Santander. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis takes you through it.
Went to an employment tribunal between 2013 and 2017? Can you reclaim £100s?
Tens of thousands who overpaid employment tribunal fees are now due a share of £13 million, which could be worth £100s. But refunds aren't automatic, so you need to act to get your money back. Here's what you need to know.