How long will an extract kit last?

popester · 05-12-2009, 03:36 AM

Howdy,

I just acquired an extract kit that came with specialty grains and hops that is probably more than two years old. I have two thoughts about this:

1) Use the LME as base for starters since it came in a convenient milk jug type bottle and toss everything else.
2) Throw the batch together and see what comes out.

I'm slightly concerned with #2 because the hops are 2+ years old and I have no idea how well LME keeps. Thoughts?

**slomo** · 05-12-2009, 04:35 AM

Did you get the kit for free, and do you have an extra primary?

popester · 05-12-2009, 06:06 AM

It was basically free, I do have an extra primary...