What is the expected shelf life of a product? Should I keep chocolate in the refrigerator?
A. Chocolate should be kept in a cool, dry place preferably below 72°F, but not in the refrigerator. Solid milk chocolate will last up to 12 months from its manufacturing date. Milk and Dark Chocolate with nuts, raisins, caramel, or other flavoring in it will last up to 9 months from its manufacturing date. If there is a “Best By” date listed on the product, this is the date by which the product expires. Prices are guaranteed through January 1, 2009. Items depicted on this website do not show actual size relationship. We reserve the right to substitute items of equal or greater value.