Per USDA FoodKeeper
On the counterCounter
2 hours
1 hour if above 90°F
In the fridgeFridge
3–5 days
at or below 40°F (4°C)
In the freezerFreezer
Not listed
no FoodKeeper figure
On the counterCounter
Not recommended
keep it cold
In the fridgeFridge
Not listed
no FoodKeeper figure
In the freezerFreezer
Not listed
no FoodKeeper figure
Quick answer
Yes. Homemade vegetable juice lasts 3–5 days in the fridge. After that, or sooner if stored badly, it spoils: watch for the signs below.
How to tell if homemade vegetable juice is bad
Smell
Vinegary, sour or musty instead of fresh.
Taste
Flat, sour or bitter — quality is gone.
Look
Cloudiness, sediment or film that was not there before.
Package
Bulging carton, cap or can — discard.
Homemade vegetable juice past the expiration date
Unopened
Follow the package date. "Best-by" and "sell-by" describe quality and stock rotation, not safety; only infant formula carries a federally required use-by date.
Opened
Once opened, the printed date no longer applies. Count 3–5 days in the fridge from the day you open it.
How to keep homemade vegetable juice fresh longer
- Store unopened in a cool, dark place.
- Refrigerate after opening and close tightly.
- Keep away from light and heat, which flatten flavour.
More about homemade vegetable juice
FAQ
How long does it take for homemade vegetable juice to go bad?
3–5 days in the fridge, per USDA FoodKeeper. At room temperature, 2 hours.
Can homemade vegetable juice expire?
Follow the package date. "Best-by" and "sell-by" describe quality and stock rotation, not safety; only infant formula carries a federally required use-by date.
What happens if you eat bad homemade vegetable juice?
Spoiled perishable food can cause food poisoning: nausea, vomiting, cramps or diarrhoea. See a doctor if symptoms are severe or last more than a few days.
How do you keep homemade vegetable juice from going bad?
Store unopened in a cool, dark place.
Numbers on this page come from USDA FoodKeeper and FSIS guidance. Last verified November 2026. How we verify our data · Report a wrong number