Syrup storage question

cundald · April 30, 2009, 11:42:27 AM

I have 2 gal. of 1:1 syrup on my hands that I will not need until after the nectar flow ends. How long can you store the syrup if you refrigerate it.

Cundald

jdpro5010 · April 30, 2009, 11:58:27 AM

It will last quite awhile if refregerated.

Two Bees · April 30, 2009, 12:20:59 PM

Even longer if frozen!

Rich V · April 30, 2009, 04:06:30 PM

Even when I'm using the syrup. I add a small amount of vinegar to it. This will help to keep it.

KD4MOJ · April 30, 2009, 04:54:49 PM

Maybe I need to start using vinegar... didn't know about that. Several days after making syurp in my leftover bucket, I start to see black stuff in it.

Natalie · April 30, 2009, 10:44:44 PM

Do you need to reheat the syrup before you give it to them?
I have heard that they won't take syrup if its cold but I have always wondered about that since it doesn't stay warm for long once you put it out there.
I haven't made enough to have to store it, just small batches but its good info to have for the future.

Two Bees · May 01, 2009, 08:57:38 AM

I think it kind of depends upon your outside temps. If you're having 70 degree temps you probably don't have to warm the syrup. If you have 40-50 temps, perhad a good idea to warm it a bit. If I have stored syrup in my fridge ahead of time, I will always warm it up a bit before I place it on the hive.

Irwin · May 01, 2009, 09:21:29 AM

Table spoon of apple cider vinegar per gallon