How to Best Store Caviar

Whether it’s imported caviar or American caviar, the most important factor in storing caviar is keeping the product at proper temperature.

Caviar should be stored at 26 – 35 degrees fahrenheit.  The coldest part of the refrigerator is usually the back.  The safest way to store caviar at proper temperature is to place the caviar on a bed of ice in a sealed bag and change the ice when it melts.  Unopened, most caviar products will last anywhere from a few weeks to a few months.  Once a can or jar is opened, caviar should be enjoyed within a few days.

If you wish to store an opened jar or tin of caviar longer than a few days, it’s best to cover the remaining caviar with a small piece of plastic wrap to prevent air from getting to the caviar.

When eating caviar, always use a mother of pearl, bone, wood, or glass spoon.  Stainless steel utensils can alter the flavor and give the caviar a tinny taste.