When Does Tapatio Expire

How do you know if Tapatio is bad?

Tapatio gone bad is also going to smell funky. This is because of the growth of toxic bacteria from ingredients like garlic inside your sauce. Herbs in oil are potentially destructive to a hot sauce’s shelf-life.

Is expired hot sauce Safe?

And truthfully, if you’re eating hot sauce that’s too old, all you’re typically consuming is a little bad yeast or mold. You certainly don’t WANT to consume that, and it could give you an upset stomach, but it’s most likely to just cause an imperfect taste with no long-term damage.