If youre like the average American, chances are high that you stock grapes in your kitchen fairly often.

Storing grapes on the counter is one of the quickest ways for them to spoil.

Properly store grapes by placing your bagged or boxed bunch in arefrigerator crisper drawer.

Bowl of red and green grapes

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Jason Donnelly

How Long Do Grapes Last?

“Refrigerated grapes can last up to 3 weeks,” Meyer says.

“Frozen grapes can last up to 1 year.”

Container of grapes in refrigerator

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To freeze grapes, first remove the fruit from the stems, then rinse and dry.

Place the grapes in the freezer for about 3 hours or until frozen.

Or pop the frozen globes as a snack on their own.

red and green grapes in a storage container

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After a taste test, members of Team BHG agree that frozen grapes are reminiscent of ice pops!

“Top 20 Fruits and Vegetables Sold in the U.S.“International Fresh Produce Association.

“Grape Storage and Handling Best Practices.

“California Table Grape Commission.