Poppers in the Fridge: Unraveling the Truth Behind the Myth
We often receive questions about how to correctly store poppers at home and whether the refrigerator is the best place for them. To address this immediately: No, the refrigerator is not a suitable place to store poppers.
Is the fridge really a good place to store poppers?
Storing poppers in the refrigerator is neither healthy nor practical. Poppers contain chemicals, and you wouldn’t store other chemical products like nitro thinner, methylated spirits, or brush cleaner in the refrigerator next to your food items. Additionally, placing poppers in the fridge can lead to confusion, as someone might mistake the poppers bottle for a drink shot like “Fireball”, which can be dangerous at a party, for example. Moreover, storing poppers in the fridge is not discreet, as family members, roommates, or guests may also use the refrigerator.
So, how should you best store your poppers? Poppers should be kept in a cool, dark place. This is why you may have seen some people store poppers in the fridge, but it’s not the ideal location. There are two scenarios to consider: storing new and unopened bottles and storing bottles that have already been opened.
How should you store unopened bottles?
For new and unopened bottles, you can store them at room temperature in your closet, drawer, or alongside your sex toys, for example. Unopened poppers will remain fresh for several months at room temperature when kept in a dark place. In fact, poppers are stored at room or cellar temperature after manufacture, during transport, and at wholesalers and retailers.
What should I do with opened bottles
However, the situation changes once a bottle is opened, as the poppers substance gradually breaks down when exposed to air in the room. Once opened, poppers can be used for approximately a month when stored at room temperature without any issues. Of course, opened poppers should not be stored near radiators or in direct sunlight. We recommend keeping opened bottles in a zip bag or a Tupperware container in a dark place, such as a cupboard or drawer. The basement is an even better option, as it’s dark and cool (around 12 to 15 degrees Celsius). When stored in a zip bag or Tupperware, your opened poppers will remain fresh for about a month in the basement or at room temperature.
Room temperature is best
If you store your poppers at too cool temperatures (e.g., in the refrigerator or freezer), you’ll need to plan their use carefully. Poppers work best at room temperature, so refrigeration is not recommended.