Although Tapatio does not have a definite expiration date, we recommend consuming it within 2 years of the purchase date for optimum flavor.

How do you know if Tapatio is expired?

It's going to taste, look, and smell funky. What is this? When you leave your Tapatio for a period well beyond its expected shelf-life, you'll notice that it doesn't taste anything like when you first stocked it in your pantry.

CAN expired hot sauce make you sick?

And truthfully, if you're eating hot sauce that's too old, all you're typically consuming is a little bad yeast or mold. You certainly don't WANT to consume that, and it could give you an upset stomach, but it's most likely to just cause an imperfect taste with no long-term damage.