Coffee Mate Creamer – Coffee Cherish

Hey guys, today I am going to talk about one of the most popular and widely used non-dairy coffee creamers from the market. Its name is Coffee Mate liquid and powdered Creamer. I like the fact that the Coffee Mate comes in variety of interesting flavors such as cinnamon toast crunch, caramel latte, butterscotch latte, pumpkin spice, French vanilla, and many others. Many of us buy Coffee Mate creamer to enhance the overall taste and flavor of our daily coffee. But there are lot of misconceptions regarding its storage, validity and freshness of the product. Many coffee lovers purchase this coffee creamer either in liquid form or powder form and then wonder how long it can last. Then also comes the main question: Does Coffee Mate Need to be Refrigerated or not? I have done a thorough research about this topic and as per the official company information, the refrigeration is only needed for the Coffee Mate liquid creamers when they are opened. If you see a Coffee Mate liquid creamer with the label such as “Refrigerate After Opening”, then that packet can be safely stored in a dry and cool place if you haven’t opened it yet. Once you open this packet, then only you will have to refrigerate it all the time. However, there are certain Coffee Mate liquid creamers which can be seen in the refrigerated cases before they are being sold. Such liquid creamers need to be stored in the fridge all the time. This means you will have to store them in the fridge before and after opening the packet. Then there are concentrated Coffee Mate creamers which you should not refrigerate at any cost. They must be stored in a dry and cool place at your home all the time. And finally, Coffee Mate powdered creamers must be stored in cool and dry place all the time. You do not have to store them in your fridge at any point of time. This is all the info that you need to know if you have recently bought a Coffee Mate creamer either in liquid form or a powdered form. But I want you to read this article till the end because I am sure you will want to know more info regarding the durability and storage method for these coffee creamers. In the end, you will also know which type of Coffee Mate creamer is ideal to use for your daily cup of coffee. So, kindly read this article till the last paragraph. FAQ Related to Coffee Mate Expiration Date and Refrigeration Can Coffee Mate Spoil? Yes, Coffee Mate can also be spoiled if it goes beyond its expiration date. Many people claim that non-dairy creamers last longer and do not go bad quickly. But as per my research, non-dairy coffee creamers also go bad and can be spoiled after certain time period. In case of Coffee Mate creamer, it has incorporated “Use by date” method which can be considered as an expiration date too. If this “use by date” is recently passed then you can add 5 to 7 days before which it will remain usable. (Source: Eatbydate.com) After this period, an unopened Coffee Mate liquid creamer does go bad and can be spoiled after 7 days of its expiration date. In case of opened and used Coffee Mate liquid creamer, it can go bad within 2-3 weeks (15-21 days) after its opening date. Here, one important thing to mention is no matter what is the expiration date of the liquid creamer, it can be spoiled within 2-3 weeks after its opening. As far as Coffee Mate powdered creamer is concerned, an unopened bottle can last up to 2-4 months and opened bottle can last up to only 1-2 months. Thus, Coffee Mate creamer whether it is in liquid form or powder form can also be spoiled if it goes beyond “use by date” date. You can still use it for next 3-4 days after its expiration date is over. But I will certainly not recommend it to use your coffee creamer beyond its expiration period. However, with proper storage in your fridge; you can certainly increase its life span. Recommended Articles for You: 5 Unique Recipes to Make if You Have Curdled Half and Half Creamer 3 Simple Methods to Prevent Oat Milk Curdling in Your Coffee 3 Easy Methods to Keep Your Coffee Creamer Cold All the Time Is It Ok to Reheat Your Cold Coffee with Coffee Creamer in it? What Happens if You Drink Expired Coffee Mate Creamer? The simple and straightforward answer is it may or may not affect your health in certain ways. Can expired Coffee Mate creamer make you sick? The answer to this question is also “Yes” and “No”. Depending on how much days have been passed after its expiration date and your current health status, it can affect different person differently. If the coffee creamer is expired and gone bad and then you add such creamer in your coffee, then it can be curdled in your coffee and form lumps in it. When you see this curdling in your coffee, then you will know that the creamer is gone bad. You can also smell your coffee creamer and if it smells differently and tastes sour then also you can know that it has been spoiled. If such a spoiled coffee creamer is consumed, then you may experience bloating, flatulence or bad breath issues after its consumption. Some people will not experience anything because of their stronger immunity but people with poor health might experience upset stomach. So, it is always recommended not to consume expired Coffee Mate creamer either in liquid form or powder form. Is It Ok to use Expired Coffee Mate Creamer for Making Coffee? If your Coffee Mate creamer is recently expired and not more than 7 days are passed, then it is safe to use the creamer for your coffee. But it also depends upon whether it has changed in terms of its smell and taste. If it tastes sour and smells bad then it might be spoiled and then it should not be used for making your daily cup of coffee. If you use such a spoiled coffee creamer then it immediately curdles in your coffee. Such type of curdled coffee is usually not good for your health. Curdling of your coffee also changes the taste and flavor of your coffee which will not be a pleasant experience for you too. So, in my experience, if your coffee creamer is expired then check its taste and smell. If you feel its ok then only you can go ahead with your coffee. Otherwise, avoid such an expired coffee creamer at any cost. Which Type of Coffee Mate Creamer Needs no Refrigeration? The simple answer to this question is the Coffee Mate creamers that are in powdered form and concentrated form usually needs no refrigeration. Most Coffee Mate liquid coffee creamers needs refrigeration once they are opened. There are certain Coffee Mate liquid creamer products that must be stored in the fridge at all times. Then there are other liquid coffee creamers which come with the label such as “Refrigerate After Opening”. You can certainly store these packets in a dry and cool place before their opening but after opening they must be stored in your fridge only. How Long Can Coffee Mate Creamer be Left out of the Fridge? The thing is you can store most Coffee Mate creamers in a dry and cool place before they are opened and if their lids are tightly sealed. There is an exception of few Coffee Mate liquid creamers which must be stored in the fridge at all times. But for most of the other Coffee Mate products, you need no refrigeration if they are not opened yet and are unused. The average time period for some liquid coffee creamers to stay fresh is around 1-2 months if they are not stored in the fridge. When it comes powdered coffee creamers, they can survive up to 2-4 months without refrigeration. The Coffee Mate products that are stored in the fridge can stay fresh up to 2-3 weeks even after they are opened and used to some extent. What is the Best Coffee Mate Creamer That Stays Fresh for Long Period of Time? If you are looking for a Coffee Mate creamer that stays fresh for longer period of time and needs no refrigeration then I recommend to go for Original Coffee Mate Powdered Creamer. If you are searching for interesting flavors, then you can choose Coffee Mate powdered creamers that come with French Vanilla, Hazelnut, Caramel Latte, Chocolate Crème and Vanilla Caramel flavors. What I liked most about these powdered creamers is they don’t require to store them in the fridge all the time. They must be stored in a cool and dry place all the time and they remain fresh and unspoiled for at least 2-4 months. Click Here to Check Out Different Flavors of Coffee Mate Powdered Creamers. References: http://www.eatbydate.com/dairy/milk/how-long-does-coffee-mate-last-shelf-life/ https://www.coffeemate.com/faq/ https://www.quora.com/What-happens-if-you-drink-expired-coffee-creamer