Short answer, no. Beer isn't like milk. With age, it doesn't actually expire or become unsafe to drink. ... But stored properly, an old beer's effect on your body won't be different than a freshly packaged beer.

Is it OK to drink beer past its expiration date?

Is it safe to drink beer six months past its “drink by” date? ... The simple answer is yes, the beer is still good insofar as it is safe to drink. Since most beer is either pasteurized or filtered to eliminate bacteria, it's extremely resistant to spoiling.

How do I check my beer expiry date?

The primary packaging code is found on the bottle or can itself. Pull date locations for bottles vary by brand, and may be found on the neck label, shoulder of the bottle or back label. For cans, the pull date is located on the bottom of the can.