Beverages

Fruit Juice in cartons, fruit drinks, punch

8–12 days in the fridge after opening and 3 weeks in the pantry from the date of purchase.

Pantry

from purchase: 3 weeks
after opening: 7–12 days

Fridge

after opening: 8–12 days

Freezer

No USDA guidance

Source: USDA FSIS FoodKeeperHow to read these times

Common questions

How long do fruit juice in cartons, fruit drinks, punch last in the fridge?

8–12 days after opening.

How long do fruit juice in cartons, fruit drinks, punch last in the pantry?

3 weeks from the date of purchase. 7–12 days after opening.

How can I tell if fruit juice in cartons, fruit drinks, punch have gone bad?

Throw it out if it smells off, feels slimy or sticky, shows mold, or has changed color. Storage times assume it was handled safely and kept cold the whole time.