Popcorn's shelf life varies depending on  its state—whether it's unpopped kernels,  

爆米花的保質期取決於其狀態——無論是未爆開的玉米粒、

air-popped, or commercially packaged.

空氣爆開的還是商業包裝的。

Stored in a cool, dry place, unpopped popcorn  kernels can last indefinitely. However,  

未爆開的爆米花仁存放在陰涼乾燥的地方，可以無限期保存。然而，

for optimal taste and popping efficiency,  it's best to use them within 1 to 2 years.

為了獲得最佳口味和爆裂效率，最好在 1 至 2 年內使用它們。

Once popped, air-popped popcorn can  last about 1 to 2 weeks if kept in  

爆米花一旦爆開，如果

an airtight container at room  temperature. Its freshness and  

在室溫下保存在密封容器中，可以保存約 1 至 2 週。它的新鮮度和

crispiness will diminish over time,  so it's best enjoyed within a week.

脆度會隨著時間的推移而減弱，所以最好在一周內享用。

As to the commercially packaged  popcorn, the shelf life can vary  

至於商業包裝的爆米花，保存期限可能

widely depending on the type of packaging  and whether it contains preservatives.

因包裝類型和是否含有防腐劑而有很大差異。

Generally, unopened, it can last 2 to 3  months past the printed date. Once opened,  

一般來說，未開封的情況下，可以在印刷日期後保存 2 至 3 個月。打開後，

keeping it sealed and dry can extend  its freshness for a couple of weeks.

保持密封和乾燥可以將其保鮮期延長幾週。

Moisture is the enemy of popcorn, leading to  sogginess and potential mold growth. For all  

水分是爆米花的大敵，它會導致爆米花潮濕和潛在的黴菌生長。對於所有

types, storing in a cool, dry place, away  from sunlight and in an airtight container,  

類型，儲存在陰涼、乾燥、遠離陽光的地方和密封容器中，

helps maintain its quality  and extends its shelf life.

有助於保持其品質並延長其保質期。