how to store unused berries
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I just keep them in their bag, put that inside a freezer bag and store it in my fridge.
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I store my unused elderberries in the original package, tightly closed (I use binder clips) and then keep them in my cool pantry.
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I leave them in the bag they came in and leave them in the pantry. I use mine pretty quickly so don't have them for long. However, I would imagine since they are dried you can store same way for a longer period.
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Hi Frank, I bought some of these berries and made extract and a tincture. They were of good quality. As the berries are in a semi dry state I imagine they will last for several weeks or even months.
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You can, but it is not necessary. If you leave the bag in for the rinse cycle the berries act as a natural fabric softener. I hope this helps.
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I would not keep the fruit in the holder for more than 3 refrigerated days, especially with raspberries or strawberries. Fruit like lemons, limes, or oranges can be left in longer. If I pour out a glass to drink, what I do is immediately fill it with another glass of fresh water. That way, the new water will infuse with the water and fruit already in it. I would not wait until the water is all gone to refill. In other words, fill the pitcher as you drink. If you notice the pitcher water getting quite weak, depending on how much you drink in a day, then it is time for more fresh fruit. Experience for yourself and have fun and happy drinking.!. I would not keep the fruit in the holder for more than 3 refrigerated days, especially with raspberries or strawberries. Fruit like lemons, limes, or oranges can be left in longer. If I pour out a glass to drink, what I do is immediately fill it with another glass of fresh water. That way, the new water will infuse with the water and fruit already in it. I would not wait until the water is all gone to refill. In other words, fill the pitcher as you drink. If you notice the pitcher water getting quite weak, depending on how much you drink in a day, then it is time for more fresh fruit.... » Read More I would not keep the fruit in the holder for more than 3 refrigerated days, especially with raspberries or strawberries. Fruit like lemons, limes, or oranges can be left in longer. If I pour out a glass to drink, what I do is immediately fill it with another glass of fresh water. That way, the new water will infuse with the water and fruit already in it. I would not wait until the water is all gone to refill. In other words, fill the pitcher as you drink. If you notice the pitcher water getting quite weak, depending on how much you drink in a day, then it is time for more fresh fruit. Experience for yourself and have fun and happy drinking.!. « Show Less
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I use prepackaged salads and the bags work well, keeping the unopened greens fresh for about three weeks although they should be consumed sooner. Once open, the salad should keep for about two weeks. I also pack the green bag into a Debbie Meyer green box and it keeps food fresher even longer. Not as good for strawberries, however!
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I don't know but these berries are hard and dry and kind of tart or sour, not very sweet; there is no way they are going to go bad, I think they would keep for a really long time. I haven't even tried eating them the way they are, by the way; I re-hydrate them first in water, then put them in the blender with some other fruit.
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I use a Nutribullet & pour the juice through a fine strainer before drinking it. The leftover fiber can go back in the garden as compost.
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T. Hanson, according to my research on-line, it depends on how and where you store the dried fruit. In pantry, cellar, etc. should last 6-12 months; refrigerator should last 1 to 2 years; freezer - indefinite. When I get these, I put 1 to 2 cups in my Food Saver machine (vacuum sealer) and seal them up, keeping them flat, then I stack them in a paper lunch bag - lying down on the counter - then, I stand the bags in my freezer. When I want them, I take out one "sealed" bag and let it come to room temperature, open it up and enjoy the best dried cherries and blueberries I have ever had. I have had some in the freezer for over a year now and used them during the holidays. You would have thought I had just received them. Traverse Bay is an exceptional product!! I hope this helps - if you have a more specific question, please post it!
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In a cool, dry place. Seal them in some way to keep the little critters away. Your refrigerator would also be a great place to store them. They keep for a really, really long time if you're careful with them.
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You could try refrigeration in a paper bag. I believe they keep longer in a paper bag as the moisture isn't locked in.
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transfer into gallon size ziplock bags and use out of the smaller bags. or store in tupperware type container
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I keep them in an airtight container - a jar or plastic lidded container works well.
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I used miracle grow potting mix with berry fertilizer. I grew mine in deck rail planters.. Worked great.. watering them every other day and keeping them happy.. I got huge berries.
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I agree with Craig, mine is on the top shelf and I put the highly spoilable produce there as well. As they suggested, I make sure some air is getting to the produce, and I have noticed by berries lasting longer!
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U can store them in spring water in the fridge .this will prelong their life
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long term storage, same as with raisins. Ideal would be to vaccum seal and store in cool dry place away from sunlight (gently put the indiv. bags in an old broken or unused fridge or deep freezer on in plastic totes or buckets with lids to keep mice/insects away, if there is any threat of such) in a basement if you have one,, or next best thing, stuff as tight as possible into whatever glass jars you have with tight fitting lids and store in cool dry place away from sunlight.
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I tried storing it out in the open, and wrapped in a paper towel inside a ziplock in the fridge. The one in the fridge stays fresher longer, but goes soft very quickly once removed. So I store the smaller pieces in the fridge for later use, and leave the larger pieces in a paper bag or a bowl and use those first.