Most–if not all–of us were raised on Vegemite. It’s a staple in millions of Australian households and we reckon nothing else can compete with its salty, savoury taste that just screams ‘Australia’ with every bite. But how well do you actually know your Vegemite?

An American man, who enjoys eating the iconic spread on toast, stumbled across an ‘incredible’ fact about Vegemite after taking a closer look at the jar.

Posting a photo on Reddit, the man was taken aback by the ‘use by’ date that read June 23, 2011, which was over a decade ago.

'If you've ever wondered if it's true that Vegemite has no expiration date, I can confirm that it's true,' the man captioned his Reddit post.

How old is your Vegemite jar? Source: HuffPost​

While the revelation came as a shock to the American, several Aussies in the comments claimed that it was old news. Vegemite doesn't go bad because it's made from yeast extract and salt.

'I bought a 220-gram jar of Vegemite some time ago from a well-known import store in the US. I've been using it sparingly for quite a while, and I still have not used it all up,' the man wrote.

'This morning, I got it out to spread some on a piece of toast for breakfast. As I was eating it, I wondered how long I had the same jar. I looked for a ‘use by date’ and this is what I saw.’

Source: @freddyt55555 (Reddit)​

In the comments, Australians teased that Vegemite could withstand the test of time and survive a 'nuclear war' without a scratch.

'Vegemite is to Australians what honey was to the ancient Egyptians. You will be okay if you uncover a jar from a grave 2000 years from now and use it.’ one user wrote.

'It's 70 per cent salt, so you’ll probably have at least another 6 Australian Prime Minister changes before it stops being effective against drop bears.' another joked.

A third added: 'Two things will outlast humanity: microplastics and Vegemite.'

Long live Vegemite! Source: Starts at 60​

'New goal unlocked: be buried in a tomb surrounded by jars of Vegemite to sustain me in the afterlife.’ another commented.

Vegemite doesn't have a 'use by' date, but instead a 'best before' date. But of course, we highly recommend you throw a jar of Vegemite out if it becomes mouldy or contaminated. If not and it lasts over 60 years, then we suggest you invite the jar to join the SDC instead (wink)!

Did you know this fact about Vegemite prior to reading this article? Share your thoughts with us in the comments!

Learn more facts about Vegemite by watching the video below:

Source: Ticket To Know​

 

[Tipsy]

Vegemite in our house might last 4 to 6 weeks if we are lucky... It is also used in any beef style stew or casserole as a flavour enhancer. or for making gravy

 

[Mrs P]

I didnt know this , But did know I use my jar for many years & it never dies of old age,

 

[Glo72]

Most–if not all–of us were raised on Vegemite. It’s a staple in millions of Australian households and we reckon nothing else can compete with its salty, savoury taste that just screams ‘Australia’ with every bite. But how well do you actually know your Vegemite?

An American man, who enjoys eating the iconic spread on toast, stumbled across an ‘incredible’ fact about Vegemite after taking a closer look at the jar.

Posting a photo on Reddit, the man was taken aback by the ‘use by’ date that read June 23, 2011, which was over a decade ago.

'If you've ever wondered if it's true that Vegemite has no expiration date, I can confirm that it's true,' the man captioned his Reddit post.

How old is your Vegemite jar? Source: HuffPost​

While the revelation came as a shock to the American, several Aussies in the comments claimed that it was old news. Vegemite doesn't go bad because it's made from yeast extract and salt.

'I bought a 220-gram jar of Vegemite some time ago from a well-known import store in the US. I've been using it sparingly for quite a while, and I still have not used it all up,' the man wrote.

'This morning, I got it out to spread some on a piece of toast for breakfast. As I was eating it, I wondered how long I had the same jar. I looked for a ‘use by date’ and this is what I saw.’

Source: @freddyt55555 (Reddit)​

In the comments, Australians teased that Vegemite could withstand the test of time and survive a 'nuclear war' without a scratch.

'Vegemite is to Australians what honey was to the ancient Egyptians. You will be okay if you uncover a jar from a grave 2000 years from now and use it.’ one user wrote.

'It's 70 per cent salt, so you’ll probably have at least another 6 Australian Prime Minister changes before it stops being effective against drop bears.' another joked.

A third added: 'Two things will outlast humanity: microplastics and Vegemite.'

Long live Vegemite! Source: Starts at 60​

'New goal unlocked: be buried in a tomb surrounded by jars of Vegemite to sustain me in the afterlife.’ another commented.

Vegemite doesn't have a 'use by' date, but instead a 'best before' date. But of course, we highly recommend you throw a jar of Vegemite out if it becomes mouldy or contaminated. If not and it lasts over 60 years, then we suggest you invite the jar to join the SDC instead (wink)!

Did you know this fact about Vegemite prior to reading this article? Share your thoughts with us in the comments!

Learn more facts about Vegemite by watching the video below:

Source: Ticket To Know​

I did know that. Been eating Vegemite for most of my life. I also read labels.

 

[Or]

Most–if not all–of us were raised on Vegemite. It’s a staple in millions of Australian households and we reckon nothing else can compete with its salty, savoury taste that just screams ‘Australia’ with every bite. But how well do you actually know your Vegemite?

An American man, who enjoys eating the iconic spread on toast, stumbled across an ‘incredible’ fact about Vegemite after taking a closer look at the jar.

Posting a photo on Reddit, the man was taken aback by the ‘use by’ date that read June 23, 2011, which was over a decade ago.

'If you've ever wondered if it's true that Vegemite has no expiration date, I can confirm that it's true,' the man captioned his Reddit post.

How old is your Vegemite jar? Source: HuffPost​

While the revelation came as a shock to the American, several Aussies in the comments claimed that it was old news. Vegemite doesn't go bad because it's made from yeast extract and salt.

'I bought a 220-gram jar of Vegemite some time ago from a well-known import store in the US. I've been using it sparingly for quite a while, and I still have not used it all up,' the man wrote.

'This morning, I got it out to spread some on a piece of toast for breakfast. As I was eating it, I wondered how long I had the same jar. I looked for a ‘use by date’ and this is what I saw.’

Source: @freddyt55555 (Reddit)​

In the comments, Australians teased that Vegemite could withstand the test of time and survive a 'nuclear war' without a scratch.

'Vegemite is to Australians what honey was to the ancient Egyptians. You will be okay if you uncover a jar from a grave 2000 years from now and use it.’ one user wrote.

'It's 70 per cent salt, so you’ll probably have at least another 6 Australian Prime Minister changes before it stops being effective against drop bears.' another joked.

A third added: 'Two things will outlast humanity: microplastics and Vegemite.'

Long live Vegemite! Source: Starts at 60​

'New goal unlocked: be buried in a tomb surrounded by jars of Vegemite to sustain me in the afterlife.’ another commented.

Vegemite doesn't have a 'use by' date, but instead a 'best before' date. But of course, we highly recommend you throw a jar of Vegemite out if it becomes mouldy or contaminated. If not and it lasts over 60 years, then we suggest you invite the jar to join the SDC instead (wink)!

Did you know this fact about Vegemite prior to reading this article? Share your thoughts with us in the comments!

Learn more facts about Vegemite by watching the video below:

Source: Ticket To Know​

When I lived in the USA I bought from an importer and usually they were between 9 and 12 years old.

 

[Leeta069]

A lot of things don't have a use by date......Honey, Golden Syrup, etc.....not like Vegemite is in the minority lol

 

[Sloopy]

It may not have a use by date, but it does go off (eventually). When cleaning out my mother's house ready for sale, a "brand new", as in unopened, jar was found in the back of one of the kitchen cupboards. The contents were semi-liquid, and when opened it gave off a fermented smell. On closer inspection, the weight label was in imperial, not metric, and this was in 2004! What I've never been able to figure out is how the already-old jar made its way into the cupboard when the kitchen was remodelled in the 1980s.

 

[Mallah]

Most–if not all–of us were raised on Vegemite. It’s a staple in millions of Australian households and we reckon nothing else can compete with its salty, savoury taste that just screams ‘Australia’ with every bite. But how well do you actually know your Vegemite?

An American man, who enjoys eating the iconic spread on toast, stumbled across an ‘incredible’ fact about Vegemite after taking a closer look at the jar.

Posting a photo on Reddit, the man was taken aback by the ‘use by’ date that read June 23, 2011, which was over a decade ago.

'If you've ever wondered if it's true that Vegemite has no expiration date, I can confirm that it's true,' the man captioned his Reddit post.

How old is your Vegemite jar? Source: HuffPost​

While the revelation came as a shock to the American, several Aussies in the comments claimed that it was old news. Vegemite doesn't go bad because it's made from yeast extract and salt.

'I bought a 220-gram jar of Vegemite some time ago from a well-known import store in the US. I've been using it sparingly for quite a while, and I still have not used it all up,' the man wrote.

'This morning, I got it out to spread some on a piece of toast for breakfast. As I was eating it, I wondered how long I had the same jar. I looked for a ‘use by date’ and this is what I saw.’

Source: @freddyt55555 (Reddit)​

In the comments, Australians teased that Vegemite could withstand the test of time and survive a 'nuclear war' without a scratch.

'Vegemite is to Australians what honey was to the ancient Egyptians. You will be okay if you uncover a jar from a grave 2000 years from now and use it.’ one user wrote.

'It's 70 per cent salt, so you’ll probably have at least another 6 Australian Prime Minister changes before it stops being effective against drop bears.' another joked.

A third added: 'Two things will outlast humanity: microplastics and Vegemite.'

Long live Vegemite! Source: Starts at 60​

'New goal unlocked: be buried in a tomb surrounded by jars of Vegemite to sustain me in the afterlife.’ another commented.

Vegemite doesn't have a 'use by' date, but instead a 'best before' date. But of course, we highly recommend you throw a jar of Vegemite out if it becomes mouldy or contaminated. If not and it lasts over 60 years, then we suggest you invite the jar to join the SDC instead (wink)!

Did you know this fact about Vegemite prior to reading this article? Share your thoughts with us in the comments!

Learn more facts about Vegemite by watching the video below:

Source: Ticket To Know​

 

[Mallah]

Vegemite is also good for mouth ulcers. Just dab a bit on the ulcer every now and again and you will be surprised. Plus it taste better than prescription drugs. No doubt it is to do with the salt content.
Just finishing off my Vegemite and butter on fresh bread, yum.

 

[Macarj]

Yeah I knew it can't go off my mother in law had some that she thought was a about 40 years old it tasted fine no difference at all

 

[Marj53]

Vegemite is also good for mouth ulcers. Just dab a bit on the ulcer every now and again and you will be surprised. Plus it taste better than prescription drugs. No doubt it is to do with the salt content.
Just finishing off my Vegemite and butter on fresh bread, yum.

Yes it definitely helps on mouth ulcers and tastes good too.