On Apr 17, 4:53*pm, Sky > wrote:
> Due to a particular mishap**, I have to clear out my walk-in pantry,
> which also doubles as a coat closet. *While doing so, I discovered a
> nearly full gallon tin of Kikkoman Soy Sauce that had been hidden for
> some years in the deep confines of said pantry back under the stairs.
> If the soy sauce is still good, I'd rather not throw it away. *I haven't
> yet gotten the gumption to pour out a little bit for a "look-see,
> scent/smell, etc."-type test. *Do y'all think this soy sauce is still
> usable after so long? *The ambient temperature in the pantry has
> remained fairly constant over the seasons - anywhere from 60F to 82F.
> Fermentation is supposed to be good, yes <G>?!
> [snip]
Is the gallon tin unopened, or does "nearly full" mean it was opened
and some of it poured out? If it were unopened I'd have little
hesitancy in tasting, testing and using it. But I have no experience
with soy sauce that's been hanging out "for some years." I'd still
want to give it a chance, but I'd be cautious. -aem