Sky wrote:
>
> Due to a particular mishap**, I have to clear out my walk-in pantry,
> which also doubles as a coat closet. While doing so, I discovered a
> nearly full gallon tin of Kikkoman Soy Sauce that had been hidden for
> some years in the deep confines of said pantry back under the stairs.
> If the soy sauce is still good, I'd rather not throw it away. I haven't
> yet gotten the gumption to pour out a little bit for a "look-see,
> scent/smell, etc."-type test. Do y'all think this soy sauce is still
> usable after so long? The ambient temperature in the pantry has
> remained fairly constant over the seasons - anywhere from 60F to 82F.
> Fermentation is supposed to be good, yes <G>?!
>
> Sky
>
> ** Mishap = can/tin of something (consomme?) busted and leaked on/down
> several shelves in the pantry, working with gravity. Clean,
> sand/de-gloss, prime & paint are due (ugh!).

Thanks for all the comments about the soy sauce, folks. I'll keep this
stuff and make a batch or few of beef jerky.

Sky

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