How Should I Store Pomegranate Concentrates?

Pomegranate concentrates are delicate, bioactive-rich functional foods. Storing them correctly ensures their full antioxidant potency and flavor profile. Refrigeration is not essential even for short-term use. Consume within 30 days after opening and store it in a dark and cool place.

Short-Term vs. Long-Term Storage Tips

  • Always refrigerate after opening: Cold storage preserves freshness and prevents microbial spoilage.
  • For long-term preservation: Freezing is safe and causes minimal polyphenol degradation — ideal if storing for months.
  • Do not leave at room temperature for more than a few hours once opened.

Consistency is key — keep your concentrate chilled at all times unless in active use.

Best Practices for Daily Use

  • Shake well before use: Especially important for our curcumin variant, which may crystallize slightly in cold conditions.
  • Avoid high heat: Never add the concentrate to hot dishes — heat degrades polyphenols and reduces activity.
  • Water is safe: Unlike olive oils, our concentrates are designed for water-based combinations like smoothies or juices.

Think of it like a refrigerated juice shot — potent, cold, and not meant for cooking.

What Should I Combine It With?

  • Ideal pairings: Smoothies, juice shots, yogurt, cool water, or over salads.
  • Avoid hot food pairings: Heat breaks down the delicate antioxidants and reduces functional value.

You get the full benefit when you treat it like a fresh, living concentrate — not a shelf-stable syrup.

Does It Freeze?

Due to our water-reducing concentration process, MILESTONE® pomegranate products do not solidify in home freezers. This allows you to freeze safely without worrying about texture or usability. Simply thaw in the fridge and shake before use.

DO'S
DONT'S

Bottle in use
You’re currently consuming this bottle.

Keep at room temperature in a cool, dark cupboard (away from sunlight and heat).

Don’t store it near heat, sunlight, or in a warm room.

Unopened bottles
Extra bottles you’re not using yet.

Store sealed bottles in the refrigerator to protect freshness and bioactive quality.

Don’t keep spare bottles at room temperature for long periods if you’re not using them yet.

Next bottle
When you’re ready to start a new one.

Take one bottle out of the refrigerator and move it to the cupboard for daily use.

Don’t cycle bottles in and out daily. Keep spares refrigerated until you’re ready.

Heat
Heat can reduce taste and functional benefits.

NO
YES

Add Water
Dilute our concentrate in water?

YES
NO

Food Combinations
Where does it fit best?

Add to smoothies, yogurt, oats, salads, or mix into cool / room-temperature drinks.

Don’t add to boiling water, hot tea, hot soups, or very hot foods.

Tips:  Pomegranate and olive oil polyphenols behave differently when in contact with water. Incorporating our concentrates into your juice or smoothie enhances both flavour and bioactive potency, ensuring a functional and nutritious blend.

Crystallization of Curcumin: Our curcumin extract, a raw natural product, may exhibit crystallization in cold temperatures. Remember to shake well before use for the full experience of our concentrate.

Tags:
Not sure which product?
Gravatar