What is the shelf life of my Queen Vanilla product? How do I store it?

Store all Queen Vanilla products, including Vanilla Bean Paste and Vanilla Bean Pods in cool, dry conditions away from heat and sunlight, such as the pantry. To help keep to its full shelf life, ensure the lid of your Vanilla Bean Paste is clean and screwed on properly when stored, and use a clean spoon to measure out the paste each time. There’s no need to store Queen Vanilla products in the freezer or refrigerator. Queen Vanilla Extracts and Vanilla Bean Pastes and Pods will keep for 4 years and 6 months.