Product Storage Cheat Sheet
General Storage
Liquid Rennet
All liquid rennet (Vegetarian or Animal) should be stored in the refrigerator upon receipt.
DO NOT FREEZE LIQUID RENNET.
Rennet Tablets
- Vegetarian- Shelf stable at room temps for at least one year.If kept in freezer, will keep for at least 5 years.
- Animal- Should be stored in the refrigerator. DO NOT FREEZE ANIMAL TABLETS.
Cultures, Mold Powders & Lipase
Should be stored in the freezer. Shelf life varies from product to product, anywhere from 6-18 months.
Cheese Coloring
Should be stored in the refrigerator upon receipt.
The following items are shelf stable and will keep for 5+ years if kept properly sealed:
- Citric Acid
- Calcium Chloride
- Ash
- Tartaric Acid
- Cheese Salt
- Herbs
Kit Storage:
The following kits do not require any refrigeration and are shelf stable for at least one year:
- K2- 30 Minute Mozzarella andRicottaKit
- K3- Beginner Cheese Kit (Paneer, Ricotta, Mascarpone)
- K14- Mascarpone Kit
The following kits contain cultures that will require freezer storage:
K1- Basic Cheese Kit Contains cultures that will need to be kept frozen.Cultures/rennet tablets are in a separate bag that can be removed for storage without damaging the box or other kit ingredients. The kit can then be placed on a shelf for display and cultures/rennet provided to customer upon purchase.
K4- Yogurt Kit Contains cultures that need to be kept in the freezer. See Basic Kit for display info.
K6- Goat Cheese Kit Contains a culture that needs to be kept in the freezer. See Basic Kit for display info.
K7- Gourmet Home Dairy Kit Contains cultures that need to be stored in the freezer. See Basic Kit for display info.