How long can you keep sheep casings in the fridge

[poacherjoe]

I have been using collagen casings for snack sticks and they have a 6 month shelf life in the fridge and they are rather chewy so I want to give the sheep casings a try . I noticed that the clear collagen smoke casings weren't as chewy as the mahogany ones but sheep is supposed to be better.

 

[SmokinEdge]

Natural casings will keep a year or more if stored properly. Buying by the hank is a better idea but follow this link as to how to prep and store natural casings and you will be good to go for a long while, much better than collagen.

https://www.smokingmeatforums.com/threads/how-to-handle-natural-casings.159729/

 

[chopsaw]

I've had mine going on 3 years . Just used them last week and they are just like when I first bought them . Stored properly they will last until you use them up .

 

[pushok2018]

I've had mine going on 3 years . Just used them last week and they are just like when I first bought them .

The same here - 22-24 mm sheep casing bought 3.5 years ago. Kept in the fridge at 32-34F packed heavily with salt... Used it month ago with no problem what so ever....