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If America had a national condiment, more than likely, itd be ketchup.

By default, the fridges become the primary place to put sauces.

But is it necessary?

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After all, youve likely seen ketchup left out on restaurant tables.

It turns out that the answer to where to store ketchup once youve used it is surprisingly nuanced.

Should I store ketchup in the refrigerator?

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To get the answer, we went straight to the source, which in this case isHeinz.

But the brand still encourages people to refrigerate open bottles to maintain product quality.

How long does ketchup last?

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And after opening, theUSDA suggeststhat the condiment should be fine for up to six months.

Do different kinds of ketchup have different shelf lives?

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