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20 Foods to Stockpile That NEVER EXPIRE (Updated)
In this video, I go over the best foods to stockpile that last indefinitely, as well as which pantry staples can survive for decades or even centuries when stored properly. I break down everything from ancient survival foods like pemmican and hardtack to everyday items like rice, honey, and salt that never spoil. Whether you're building an emergency food supply, interested in prepping, or want to reduce food waste and save money, understanding which foods have the longest shelf lives is essential knowledge. I cover two categories in this video: foods that truly last forever (like honey, salt, sugar, and ghee) and foods that last 10-30 years when stored in mylar bags with oxygen absorbers (like white flour, oats, and powdered milk). For each item, I explain the science behind its long shelf life, proper storage techniques, and practical tips for long-term food preservation. You'll learn why white rice outlasts brown rice, how pemmican can survive for 50+ years, and why removing oxygen is critical for storing grains and legumes. My personal favorite on this list is ghee—clarified butter that lasts indefinitely at room temperature and has been stored for thousands of years in Indian households. I also cover some surprising items, like instant coffee, cocoa powder, and even powdered drink mixes, which can remain shelf-stable for decades. The key to all long-term food storage is understanding moisture, oxygen, and proper packaging techniques. If you're serious about food security, emergency preparedness, or building a stockpile that will truly last, this video gives you the complete roadmap. Make sure to watch until the end for storage tips and to learn which foods are worth investing in for the long haul. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share your own long-term storage experiences in the comments below! Video by Cowboy Kent Rollins https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBkggBf3Qcs Products Mentioned... Instant Pot Pressure Cooker https://amzn.to/47yK67s Iwatani Butane Stove https://amzn.to/4odSBfg My Survival Foods 72 Hour Kit https://mysurvivalfoods.com/products/emergency-food-72-hour-kit-32-serving Premade Ghee https://amzn.to/48VGbnO Wallaby Mylar Bags https://amzn.to/3WZXWLk Fresh Pack USA O2 Absorbers https://amzn.to/431V6ZN Visit Our Websites... The Bug Out Location: https://thebugoutlocation.net/ MySurvivalfoods: https://mysurvivalfoods.com/ SurvivalistPrepper: https://survivalistprepper.net/ Visit our Amazon Storefront for More Supply Recommendations: https://www.amazon.com/shop/survivalistprepper?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_90QA9VD7YBVV95P6DFXJ NOTE: Most of the hyperlinks to products included on my channel are affiliate links, which means that I make a small percentage of the sales if you purchase an item after clicking one of the links from my channel. This comes at no cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. All the money I get goes towards funding my channel's costs, such as production equipment and new gear to test. Thank you for supporting my channel! 0:00 Never Expire 1:02 Rice 2:15 Beans 3:21 Pasta 4:09 Pemican 5:31 Hardtack 6:46 Honey 7:41 Syrup 8:27 Molasses 9:28 Salt 10:32 Sugar 11:40 Vinegar 12:26 Coffee 13:31 Cocoa 14:25 Ghee 15:55 Almost Forever Foods 19:39 Freeze Dried 20:40 Storage Tips